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Define sexual characteristics (Birth - 12m)
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.
Explain Sex characteristics of Toddler?
1-3yrs
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.
Explain sex characteristics of Preschooler? (3-5yrs)
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.
What are sex characteristics about School age kid (6-12yrs)?
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.
Define sex characteristics of Adolescence (13-18)?
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
Define sex characteristics of Young adult (18-40)
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
Define sex characteristics of middle adult (40-65yrs)
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.
Define Characteristics of Older adult (65+yrs)
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.
When is “empty nest” applicated?
Middle adulthood.
what is prepuce?
foreskin in males.
where does seminal fluid flow in males?
urethra of penis.
where is seminal fluid produced?
seminal vesicle.
which are external sex organs of males?
scrotum & penis
What is the Glans?
under foreskin of penis.
which organ is external part of female sex ?
Vulva
- mons pubis
- labia majora
- labia minora
- clit