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TURP(transurethral resection of the prostate) - the removal of excess prostatic tissue
when it becomes enlarged, Irrigation of bladder to a light pink color, no sex for
6 weeks, will dribble for up to 6 months, no NSAIDS, encourage at least 2 liters
of fluid
Tamoxifen
given to prevent breast cancer reoccurrence, lowers estrogen levels, causes early
menopause, nausea, vomiting will be taking for 5 years
gate-control theory
the theory that the spinal cord contains a neurological "gate" that blocks pain
signals or allows them to pass on to the brain. The "gate" is opened by the
activity of pain signals traveling up small nerve fibers and is closed by activity
in larger fibers or by information coming from the brain.
PSA level
prostate-specific antigen, screens for prostate cancer
causes of low birth weight
-Poor nutrition status
-Genetics
-Disease conditions
-Smoking
-Alcohol
-Drug Use
-Multiples
Stage 1 of labor
begins with onset of regular contractions and ENDS when cervix is completely
effaced and dilated 10cm
stage 2 labor
, typically lasts from a half an hour to two hours and involves the actual delivery
of t
he baby
stage 3 of labor
delivery of placenta
Causes of erectile dysfunction
1.Aging
2.Smoking
3.Medical conditions (CVD, obesity)
4.Hormonal control
5.Diabetes
true labor
Contractions gradually develop a regular pattern
Contractions become stronger and more effective with walking
Discomfort in lower back/abdomen
Bloody show often present
Progressive effacement and dilation of cervix
false labor
Discomfort localized in abdomen; no lower back pain; contractions decrease in
intensity or frequency with ambulation, braxton hicks
Seven P's of labor
1. Passage
2. Passenger
3. Powers
4. Position
5. Psyche
6. Pain management
7. Patience
Nursing interventions for placenta previa
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