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Cervical Cancer, Pelvic questions and answers 2022/2023, (PAP Test)

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Who is at greatest risk of being diagnosed with cervical cancer? - ANSWER Hispanic women Who is at greatest risk of dying of cervical cancer? - ANSWER African American women What is the role of ... HPV in cervical cancer? - ANSWER Virtually all cases are caused by HPV infection, with HPV 16 & 18 being responsible for about 70% of all cases. -The opening of the uterus and is sometimes called the "neck" of the uterus. -Projects into vagina and can be felt by gently inserting a finger into the vagina. -Can be felt as a firm, round knob. - ANSWER The cervix What is the opening of the cervix called? - ANSWER The cervical os A pelvic examination typically includes what procedures? - ANSWER A vaginal speculum exam and a bi-manual exam. (May also include a rectal exam) Performed to feel the size and shape of the uterus. It is used to detect anything unusual in the pelvic area in general. - ANSWER Bi-manual exam This medical tool is gently inserted into the vagina and then opened to enable the health provider to view the vaginal walls and cervix. - ANSWER Speculum During a vaginal speculum exam, cells can be removed from the cervix and tested for abnormalities. This is commonly called what? - ANSWER A PAP test Cells scraped from cervix, placed on a slide, and microscopically examined for abnormalities. - ANSWER PAP smear/test Cellular changes that are considered pre-cancerous - ANSWER Dysplasia A PAP test is a screening test for what? - ANSWER Cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer When to begin PAP tests? - ANSWER Within 3 years after having sexual intercourse or age 21+ How to prep for a PAP? - ANSWER For 48 hours prior to PAP test: -No tampon use -No douching [Show More]

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