chapter 23

If PID is not treated, what can occur?

Ectopic pregnancy

You are assessing a 38-year-old woman who is reporting achy abdominal pain, burning on urination, and a slight fever. As you assist her to the ambulance, you notice that she has a shuffling gait. What condition does this indicate?

PID PID signs/symptoms include achy abdominal pain, vaginal discharge, fever and chills, and pain or burning on urination. Patients often present with a distinctive gait that appears as a shuffle when they walk.

In addition to providing medical care to a rape victim, which of the following is the most critical thing you should do?

Move the patient to a private location As the patient's advocate, you need to provide medical assistance and emotional support and ensure the patient's privacy.

Which of the following organs or structures controls the process of ovulation and menstruation?

Ovaries

Why is it important to transport a sexual assault victim to the hospital even if she does not have any obvious injuries?

There may be injuries that were not detected in the field, such as internal bleeding, that have a delayed onset of symptoms. It is important to transport a sexual assault victim because she may have injuries that were not detected in the field, such as internal bleeding, that have a delayed onset of symptoms.

What should you do when a female patient has vaginal bleeding of unknown cause?

Treat for shock Bleeding can lead to shock, so you should be prepared to treat for hypoperfusion by applying oxygen and keeping the patient supine and warm while you transport her.

What is menarche?

Menarche is the onset of menstruation, which usually occurs between ages 11 and 16 years.

What is an EMT's responsibility regarding evidence in the case of a sexual assault?

Preserve An EMT's responsibility is to preserve evidence without sacrificing patient care.

In the case of a sexual assault, what is your most important treatment option?

Psychologic support A victim of rape or sexual assault has suffered major trauma. You may be the victim's first contact after the encounter, and how the situation is managed from first contact throughout treatment and transport may have lasting effects for the patient and you. It is very important to always be professional, sensitive, and kind.

You are assessing a female patient who tells you she feels blood coming from her vaginal area. She gives you permission to look and you observe moderate bleeding from the vagina. What should you do to manage the bleeding?

place a sanitary pad over the vaginal opening.