Question

The nurse reviews a client's medical record and notes documentation of a nontender protrusion into the anterior vaginal wall. Which condition does the nurse suspect based on this data?
1. Inflammation of the Skene gland.
2. Prolapsed uterus.
3. Rectocele.
4. Cystocele.

Answer 1

Answer:

4. Cystocele

Explanation:

A Cystocele which is also referred to as prolapsed or dropped bladder, occurs when the bladder moves from its original position and bulges into the anterior vaginal wall.  

This happens when the muscles and supportive tissues between a woman’s vagina and bladder weaken and stretch. This might be as a result of constipation, lighting of heavy weight,  continuous straining during bowel movements, or obesity. It can also occur after vaginal childbirth.

Based on the data reviewed by the nurse in the client's medical record, with the nontender protrusion into the anterior vaginal wall being noted, the nurse should suspect Cystocele.