Adolescent, Maternal and Women's Health - LMAP Flashcards
what is non volitional sex
any sexual behaviour that violates a persons right to choose freely when and with whom to have sex and what sexual behaviours to engage in
what are some sub categories of non volitional sex
rape, forced sex, childhood sexual abuse, sexual violence and unwanted sex trafficking
why is sexual health important
improves physical health outcomes
improves mental health outcomes
positively influences social and emotional wellbeing
what is the definition of good sexual health
state of physical, mental and social wellbeing in relation to sexuality. Requires a respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships as well as possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence
what are some consequences of poor sexual health
unplanned pregnancies and abortions psychological consequences incl sexual coercion and abuse poor educational, social and economic opportunities for teenage mothers, fathers and children hiv transmission cervical and other genital cancers hep, chronic liver disease and cancer recurrent genital warts and herpes pelvic inflammatory disease adverse pregnancy outcomes
how to prevent poor sexual health
hpv immunisation
contraception
hiv prevention
education/health literacy
what is the clinicians role in contraception
provide info around contraception options
educate patients on risks and consequences of unprotected sex
facilitate prompt access to contraception and sexual health services
what are the risks with conception under age of 18
higher risk of poor antenatal health
lower birth weight babies
higher infant mortality rate
3 x more likely to suffer post natal depression
hpv vaccine helps protect cancers caused by hpv such as:
cervical cancer
some mouth and throat cancers
cancers in anal and genital areas
helps protect against genital warts
how to prevent hiv
PrEP and PEP
what is the first stage for intervention when taking a life style course
pre - conception
