Intra Uterine Device – Potential Problems Nursing Mnemonic (PAINS)
Nursing Mnemonics Podcast by NURSING.com (Nursing Podcast, NCLEX® Prep for nursing students) · Kati Kleber
February 15, 20242m 39s
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Outline PAINS
- P-Period (menstrual: late, spotting, bleeding)
- A-Abdominal pain, dyspareunia (painful intercourse)
- I-Infection (abnormal vaginal discharge)
- N-Not feeling well, fever or chills
- S-String missing
An intrauterine device is inserted into the uterus and is used to prevent pregnancy. There are two different types: hormonal and copper IUD.