24, 22, 23 Flashcards

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Define sexual characteristics (Birth - 12m)

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Characteristic: 
-Gender assignment.
-Beginning of gender identification
-Body exploration.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Sexual self manipulation is normal
-Teach parents that this is expected behavior of this stage.
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Explain Sex characteristics of Toddler?

1-3yrs

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Characteristics:
-Continued dev of gender id
-Ability to identify w/ own gender
IMPLICATIONS:
-Toddler needs interaction w/ M & F adults
-Self exploration & manipulation still normal.

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Explain sex characteristics of Preschooler? (3-5yrs)

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Characteristic:
-Increased self-awareness.
-Start of asking questions linked to sex.
-Ability to identify body parts & name them.
-Exploration of own body parts & playmates not uncommon.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Provide simple & direct answers to sex questions
-Don’t respond (-) to child’s exploration.
-Identify body parts w/ appropriate names.

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What are sex characteristics about School age kid (6-12yrs)?

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Characteristics:
-Participation in same-sex friendship
-Questions about physical & emotional aspects of sex
-Dev of primary & secondary sex characteristics possible.
-Increased modesty.
-Strong identification w/ parent of same sex.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Answer sex-related questions.
-Provide written info to assist w/ understanding
-Discuss HPV vaccination for both M & F in 11-12 range
-Respect modesty.

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Define sex characteristics of Adolescence (13-18)?

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Characteristics:
-Value system established
-Dev of primary & secondary sex characteristics
-Opposite-sex relationship dev
-Risk for pregnancy, STD, sex abuse.
-Exploration of masturbation or homosexual relationship possible.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Recognize importance of peer group influences
-Adolescent’s relationship w/ opposite sex sets the stage for future relationships
-Teach pregnancy & STD info

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Define sex characteristics of Young adult (18-40)

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Characteristics:
-Active sex life possible
-Establishment of values & lifestyles
-Sharing of household & finances.
-Family planning & infertility.
-Homosexual id established.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Recognize importance of peer group influences.
-Adolescent's relationship w/ opposite sex sets stage for future relationships.
-Teach pregnancy & STD info
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Define sex characteristics of middle adult (40-65yrs)

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Characteristics:
-Reduce M & F hormone
-Perimenopause / Menopause.
-Quality vs quantity of sex now important.
IMPLICATIONS:
-Role adjustments occur in response to family stressors & physiological changes.

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Define Characteristics of Older adult (65+yrs)

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Characteristics:
-Continued interest in sex
-Reduced Sex
-F reduced vaginal secretions & breast atrophy.
-M reduced sperm prod. & need for more time to achieve erection & ejaculation.
IMPLICATINON:
-Recognize older adults continued interest in sex
-Teach adaptations techniques to deal w/ any physical limitations.

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9
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When is “empty nest” applicated?

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Middle adulthood.

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10
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what is prepuce?

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foreskin in males.

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11
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where does seminal fluid flow in males?

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urethra of penis.

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12
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where is seminal fluid produced?

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seminal vesicle.

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13
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which are external sex organs of males?

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scrotum & penis

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14
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What is the Glans?

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under foreskin of penis.

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15
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which organ is external part of female sex ?

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Vulva

  • mons pubis
  • labia majora
  • labia minora
  • clit
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16
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which 2 glands produce vaginal lubricant during sexual stimulations?

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Skene glands

Bartholin glands.

17
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which organs are internal genitalia ?

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Vagina
uterus
fallopian tubes
ovaries

18
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which are the 3 parts of the uterus?

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Cervix (connects to vagina)
Hollow cavity
Fundus (upper part)

19
Q

what ages include menstruation?

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12-50yrs

20
Q

How long is the cycle for new menstruation?

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28 days

Average: (21-35 days)

21
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Menstrual cycle under influence of what organ?

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Hypothalamus
(gonadotropin-releasing hormone), which stimulates Pituitary
(FSH) & (LH) = ovarian production of estrogen & progesterone, stimulating vagina, uterus, & breast to prepare for potential pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur, levels of estrogen & progesterone drop, menstrual cycle occurs, & entire process restarts.

22
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What is a Transvestite?

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person who has desire to dress in clothes of and be accepted as member of opposite sex.

23
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What is transgender?

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having a gender identity or gender perception different from one’s phenotypic gender.

24
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What is Transsexual?

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Person having overwhelming desire to be of opposite sex

25
Q

2 physiological responses in female sexual response?

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Vasocongestion

Myotonia

26
Q

4 phases of female sexual response?

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Excitement
Plateau
Orgasm
Resolution

27
Q

4 phases of male sexual responses?

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Stimulation
Erection
Ejaculation
Detumescence

28
Q

Which role consumes person to point of of losing sexual identity of being part of a couple?

A

Parent role

29
Q

Which are Contraception options?

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Abstinence
Timing
Barriers
Hormonal
Diaphragm
IUD
Cervical cap
Sterilization
30
Q

which STDs caused by bacteria?

A

Gonorrhea
syphilis
chlamydia
(treated with antibiotics)

31
Q

Which STDs are viral diseases?

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genital warts (by HPV)
genital herpes
(cannot be cured but treated)

32
Q

Phases of HIV?

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1- flulike symptoms
2- no symptoms
3- AIDS

33
Q

What is Chlamydia?

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Can be ASYMPTOMATIC.
flulike symptoms, genital discharge M & F accompanied by burning while urinating.
TRANSMISSION:
During vaginal, oral, anal sex or during vaginal delivery.

34
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What is Gonorrhea?

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May be asymptomatic.
genital discharge(primary symptom), burning, & pain.
TRANSMISSION:
Contact w/ mouth, penis, vagina, anus.

35
Q

which approach is best for sexual assessment?

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matter-of-fact.

can help alleviate anxiety.

36
Q

which tool is used to for sexual assessment?

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PLISSIT

provides format to help nurses initiate & maintain discussion of sexuality by asking open-ended questions.

37
Q

Which STD known to cause paralysis & psychosis?

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Syphilis
T pallidum enters brains & causes strokes, loss of memory, psychosis, depression, paralysis.
End stage: blindness.