Question

The nurse is performing an assessment of a woman who has come to a health care facility for a diagnosis of pregnancy. The women is positive for breast changes, nausea, and amenorrhea. On physical exam, it is noted that the client has softening of the cervix. How should the nurse document this in her notes?

Answer 1

Goodell sign

Step-by-step explanation:

Goodell's sign is a condition that occurs in pregnant women. Goodell's sign is a change in the cervix that makes it look soft and can have symptoms such as breast changes, nausea and amenorrhea. Goodell's sign usually occurs during the 6th and 8th weeks of gestation and its detection is possible thanks to a vaginal touch exam.

The woman described in the question has many symptoms related to the Goodell Sign, so the nurse must document the existence of the Goodell Sign.