Question

Refer the previous question: The following table gives the common disorders, problems and complaints associated with each body system and its components relevant to the nursing care you might provide for your clients in the Australian health care system. Complete the following table with regard to its definition, pathophysiology, signs and impact of specific health procedures in 10-20 words each). DISEASES AFFECTING THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) 21.1) Definition 21.2) Briefly outline the pathophysiology 21.3) List four specific signs 21.4) A combination of antibiotics are used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease. Briefly describe the impact of this intervention. Focus DE nglish (Australia)

Answer 1

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

21.1)Pelvic inflammatory disease simply refers to the infection in the female reproductive system which leads to inflammatory process in the reproductive organ causing pain and associated symptoms

21.2) The infection occurs mainly due to the invasion of bacteria in the birth canal and at the cervical area.This overtime progresses to the uterus ,fallopian tubes and finally the ovaries.This cause pain and discharge mainly. The immune system respond by elevating the body temperature and other symptoms are simultaneously occurring.

21.3)The specific signs of pelvic inflammatory disease are

• There will be increased or abnormal discharge from the genital tract which is usually thick ,yellow or curly appearance with stinky smell or intermittent bleeding
• There will severe lower abdominal pain,pain during intercourse
• Elevated body temperature
• Dysuria ,nausea ,vomiting

21.4)The antibiotics extend from seven to fourteen days depending upon the severity of the infection. It generally kills the microorganism and prevents infection.