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Question
Natalie is a 25-year-old female with a medical history of epilepsy, endometriosis with menorrhagia, and diabetes type 1. She has been having recurrent UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections) due to her poor management of diabetes, which has been causing her to feel unwell.
She has been admitted after sustaining a head injury from a fall during a seizure. Her head hit the pavement. She has also sustained a perforated eardrum from the fall, affecting her hearing.
1. Define the disorders endometriosis and diabetes type 1?
2. List 1 common bacteria and 1 lifestyle factor that can contribute to a urinary tract infection
3. Describe the way in which the ear detects changes in balance?
4. What is the function of the eardrum?
5. Define the disorders epilepsy and seizure?
6. What is the first aid management of someone having a seizure?
7.
a. What is the main function of the pancreas?
b. In relation to Natalie's diabetes, what is the hormone produced by the Alpha cells in the Islets of Langerhans (pancreatic islets)?
8.
a. Define Allied Health workers.
b. Identify 2 allied health workers that Natalie may be referred to and a reason.
9.
a. What is menorrhagia?
b. Explain why menorrhagia is a symptom of endometriosis.
c. From the list below identifies 1 potential risk factor associated with Natalie's menorrhagia
Dyspnoea
Increased energy
Blood loss
light menses
10.
Natalie was commenced on the oral contraceptive pill, Microgynon 30 ED.
List 2 contraindications of this medication (when would this medication NOT be prescribed) and 2 precautions (when could it be given with caution).