The nurse notes that the uterus is folded backward at a 90-degree angle with the cervix tilted upward when examining a female client. Which term will the nurse use to document this finding in the medical record?

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Retroflexion describes the condition where the uterus is tilted backward, forming an angle at the cervix, which matches the description given. Retroversion refers to a backward tilt of the entire uterus, but not specifically at a 90-degree angle or with a specific fold as described.

The Nurse Notes That the Uterus Is Folded Backward at a 90-Degree