Obstetric and Gynecological Nursing - The Carter Center

Treatment
- Oestrogen
- Progesterone
- Tranquilizers
Post menopausal bleeding must be investigated for cancer.
Artificial menopause may be brought about by hystrectomy,
trauma to ovaries by irradiation or deep X- ray exposure of the
pelvis.
Duties of nurse
- Support the patient by proper explanation about
menopause
- If symptoms are severe advice to see the doctor
- Advice about the diet to be low in carbohydrate and have
adequate sleep during the night.
12.13 Self examination of the breast
- Ninety percent of breast cancers are found by the woman
or her partner. For this reason it is important that women
understand the importance of examining the breast on a
monthly basis.
- During pregnancy there is no special time of the month
that is best to reform the examination.
- In non pregnant women, 5 days after cessation of
menstruation, it is the optimum time to detect changes.
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