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Female Reproductive Disorders NCLEX Questions

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Question 1 of 5.

The female client diagnosed with human papillomavirus (HPV) asks the nurse, 'What other problems can HPV lead to?' Which statement is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A. HPV is transmitted during sexual intercourse.'

B. HPV infection can cause cancer of the cervix.'

C. It has been known to lead to ovarian problems.'

D. Regular Pap smears can help prevent problems.'

Explanation: HPV is a major cause of cervical cancer, a critical complication to highlight. Transmission mode is irrelevant, ovarian issues are unrelated, and Pap smears detect, not prevent, issues.

Question 2 of 5.

The client states that she examines her breasts in the shower and while lying down. The nurse recommends that the client should also inspect her breasts from which position?

A. Bending from the waist

B. Standing before a mirror

C. Arching the back

D. Leaning from side-to-side

Explanation: Standing before a mirror allows the client to visually inspect both breasts for changes in size, shape, or skin texture, which is a key component of breast self-examination (BSE).

Question 3 of 5.

The nurse correctly informs the client that fibrocystic lesions may become larger and more tender at what time?

A. The nurse has a normal cycle

B. After sexual intercourse

C. Nearer to beginning menopause

D. Just before menstruation

Explanation: Fibrocystic breast changes are hormone-dependent and typically worsen just before menstruation due to increased estrogen and progesterone levels, causing lesions to enlarge and become tender.

Question 4 of 5.

A nurse has been asked to teach ovulation and menstruation to a class of secondary school students. Place the events listed below in the order in which they occur in the menstrual cycle after menstrual flow ends. Use all the options.

A. Ovum is released.
B. Progesterone decreases.
C. Endometrium begins to thicken.
D. Ovarian follicle matures.
E. Endometrium is shed.
F. Corpus luteum forms.

Correct arrangement

C. Endometrium begins to thicken.
D. Ovarian follicle matures.
A. Ovum is released.
F. Corpus luteum forms.
B. Progesterone decreases.
E. Endometrium is shed.

Explanation: After menstruation, the sequence is: endometrium thickens (follicular phase), ovarian follicle matures, ovum is released (ovulation), corpus luteum forms, progesterone decreases (if no pregnancy), and endometrium is shed (next menstruation).

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse correctly places the client in which position when the physician is ready to perform the pelvic examination?

A. Sims' position

B. Trendelenburg's position

C. Fowler's position

D. Lithotomy position

Explanation: The lithotomy position, with the client's legs in stirrups, provides optimal access for the physician to perform a pelvic examination.