Endometriosis
Endometriosis ( 15 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a patient with suspected Endometriosis.
Which clinical presentations are commonly associated with this condition? Select all that apply.
Heavy menstrual bleeding is commonly associated with endometriosis. The presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus can lead to increased bleeding during menstruation.
Frequent urination is not typically associated with endometriosis. While endometriosis can cause pelvic pain and discomfort, it does not directly lead to urinary symptoms like frequent urination.
Severe constipation is not commonly associated with endometriosis. Endometriosis primarily affects the pelvic area and reproductive organs, and it is not a direct cause of gastrointestinal symptoms like constipation.
Dysmenorrhea, which refers to painful menstrual periods, is commonly associated with endometriosis. The presence of endometrial-like tissue in the pelvis can lead to inflammation and pain during menstruation.
Painful intercourse, known as dyspareunia, is commonly associated with endometriosis. The presence of endometrial-like tissue in the pelvic area can lead to pain and discomfort during sexual intercourse.
Choice A rationale:
Heavy menstrual bleeding is commonly associated with endometriosis.
The presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus can lead to increased bleeding during menstruation.
Choice B rationale:
Frequent urination is not typically associated with endometriosis.
While endometriosis can cause pelvic pain and discomfort, it does not directly lead to urinary symptoms like frequent urination.
Choice C rationale:
Severe constipation is not commonly associated with endometriosis.
Endometriosis primarily affects the pelvic area and reproductive organs, and it is not a direct cause of gastrointestinal symptoms like constipation.
Choice D rationale:
Dysmenorrhea, which refers to painful menstrual periods, is commonly associated with endometriosis.
The presence of endometrial-like tissue in the pelvis can lead to inflammation and pain during menstruation.
Choice E rationale:
Painful intercourse, known as dyspareunia, is commonly associated with endometriosis.
The presence of endometrial-like tissue in the pelvic area can lead to pain and discomfort during sexual intercourse.