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FINALS GENITOURINARY Flashcards

1
Q

Includes the urinary and reproductive systems

The urinary system eliminates liquid waste from the
body in the form of urine.

A

GENITOURINARY SYSTEM

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2
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Organs are distributed among:

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The retroperitoneal space
Abdomen
Genitals.

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2
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Composed of kidneys, renal
vasculature (blood vessels), ureters, urinary
bladder, and urethra.

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The urinary system

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3
Q

acts through the kidneys to
prevent the accumulation of nitrogenous wastes,
promote fluid and electrolyte balance, assists in
maintenance of blood pressure, and contributes to
erythropoiesis

A

URINARY SYSTEM

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3
Q

During assessment of the urinary system, the nurse
uses three landmarks to locate and palpate the
kidneys and urinary bladder.

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○ Costovertebral Angle
○ Rectus Abdominis Muscle
○ Symphysis Pubis

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4
Q

Bean-shaped organs located in the retroperitoneal
space on either side of the vertebral column.

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KIDNEYS

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5
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Filter more than 1 liter (L) of fluid each minute.

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GLOMERULI

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6
Q

The inner portion of each kidney is called the

The outer portion of each kidney is called the

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Renal medulla

Renal Cortex

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7
Q

mucus-lined narrow tube approximately 25 to 30 cm (10 to 20 in.)

transporting urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder.

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UTERUS

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8
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mucus-lined tube that transports
urine from the urinary bladder to the exterior.

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URETHRA

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8
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hollow, muscular, collapsible pouch that acts as a reservoir for urine.

◆ Storing urine temporarily
◆ Contracting to release urine during
micturition

A

URINARY BLADDER

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9
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Mound of adipose tissue overlying the
symphysis pubis.

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MONS PUBIS

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9
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Includes the mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora,
greater vestibular glands, and clitoris.

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EXTERNAL GENITALIA AND PERINEUM

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a dual set of liplike structures
lying on either side of the vagina.

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LABIA

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Q

two thin, elongated tissues that overlie the vaginal and
urethral openings as well as several glandular
openings.

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enclosed labia minora

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12
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two thick, elongated pads of tissue that become fuller
toward the center, and are covered with
coarse hair extending from the mons pubis.

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exterior labia majora

13
Q

most commonly spread during sexual
activities.

★ Nits and lice feed on blood.
★ Bites can cause severe itching and redness.

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PEDICULOSIS PUBIS

14
Q

Small, elongated mound of erectile tissue.

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CLITORIS

15
Q

The terminal end of the gastrointestinal system.

A

ANUS

16
Q

Caused by Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)

One or more blisters around the genitalia,
rectum, or mouth.

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GENITAL HERPES

17
Q

A bacterial infection

Can damage different organs and induce life
threatening conditions.

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SYPHILIS

18
Q

a painful condition and common sign of
Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection.

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ABSCESS OF BARTHOLIN’S GLAND

19
Q

the tube that carries the urine from the
bladder to the exterior, becomes inflamed and
irritated.

A

URETHRITIS

20
Q

One of the most commonly used speculums.

Used if the client had intercourse or is
sexually active but has not given birth.

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PEDERSON VAGINAL SPECULUM

21
Q

Larger than the Pederson, making it a better
choice for clients with longer vaginal canal or
vaginal walls with more elasticity.

Used if the client has given birth vaginally.

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GRAVES VAGINA SPECULUM

22
Q

Swollen veins in the lower rectum that causes
bleeding and discomfort.

  • Straining during bowel movement
  • Obesity
  • Prolonged sitting in the toilet
  • Constipation
  • Spicy foods
A

CAUSES OF HEMORRHOID

22
Q
  • Small tear in the lining of the anus
  • Wound in the opening
  • Can be caused by constipation (hard stool) or
    trauma (anal sex)
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ANAL FISSURE

23
Q

Sign of pelvic inflammatory disease

Manipulation of the cervix

A

CAHDNLIERS SIGN

24
Q

Exhibited by bright red blood in stool

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LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT BLEEDING

25
Q

Exhibited by black tarry stool

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UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT BLEEDING

26
Q

Centrally located between the left and right groin
areas and lies directly in front of the scrotum.

A

PENIS

27
Q

Loosely hanging, pliable, pear-shaped pouch of
darkly pigmented pigmented skin that is located behind the penis.

A

SCROTUM

28
Q

producing spermatozoa and secreting testosterone.

A

TESTES

29
Q

Inability to retract the foreskin

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PHIMOSIS

30
Q

Abnormal opening locate below the end of the
penis to the scrotum

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HYPOSPADIAS

30
Q

Inability to return the foreskin back to its normal
position over the tip of the penis

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PARAPHIMOSIS

31
Q

Abnormal opening locate above the end of the
penis to the scrotum

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EPISPADIAS

32
Q

Darken the room and shine a light from the back
of the scrotum through the mass. Look for a red
glow.

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TRANSILLUMINATION

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