Gender Affirming Care

Question 1

HEEADSSS categories

Answer 1

a psychosocial interview framework that helps assess a young person’s health and well-being. It’s used to identify mental health, drug, and alcohol issues early

Question 2

HEEADSSS categories H:

Answer 2

Home environment

Question 3

HEEADSSS categories E1:

Answer 3

Education and employment

Question 4

HEEADSSS categories E2:

Answer 4

Eating and exercise

Question 5

HEEADSSS categories A:

Answer 5

Activities and peer relationships

Question 6

HEEADSSS categories D:

Answer 6

Drug use; cigarettes/vapes; prescription; illicit

Question 7

HEEADSSS categories S1:

Answer 7

Sexuality: do you have sex with men, women, transgender individuals

Question 8

HEEADSSS categories S2:

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Suicide and depression

Question 9

HEEADSSS categories S:

Answer 9

Safety and spirituality

Question 11

What is the definition of sex chromosomes?

Answer 11

The biological determinants of sex

Sex chromosomes are typically XX for females and XY for males.

Question 12

What is gender identity?

Answer 12

A person’s internal sense of their own gender

Gender identity may or may not align with the sex assigned at birth.

Question 13

What are the types of transgender identities?

Answer 13

• Binary (trans male, trans female)
• Non-binary (genderqueer, agender, genderfluid)

Binary identities refer to traditional male and female identities, while non-binary encompasses a spectrum of gender identities.

Question 14

What is Gender Dysphoria according to DSM-V criteria?

Answer 14

Incongruence between experienced/expressed gender and assigned gender lasting at least 6 months with at least two manifestations

This condition can lead to significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Question 15

What does ICD-11 describe regarding Gender Incongruence?

Answer 15

Persistent incongruence between experienced gender and assigned sex, including discomfort with sex characteristics and desire for gender-affirming treatment

This classification impacts diagnosis and treatment approaches.

Question 16

What was the transgender prevalence in the Massachusetts population-based survey?

Answer 16

0.5% transgender

This statistic reflects a specific population’s identification as transgender.

Question 17

According to the New Zealand Adolescent Health Survey, what percentage of adolescents identified as transgender?

Answer 17

1.2% transgender

This indicates a higher prevalence among adolescents compared to other demographic groups.

Question 18

What do the Yogyakarta Principles address?

Answer 18

Application of human rights laws to sexual orientation and gender identity

These principles guide the treatment and rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Question 19

What is a key aspect of respectful care in gender-affirming health care?

Answer 19

Use of correct pronouns and avoiding deadnaming

Respectful care promotes the dignity and identity of transgender individuals.

Question 20

What are the Australian Standards of Care and Treatment Guidelines?

Answer 20

Standards for providing gender-affirming health care

These guidelines ensure quality and ethical treatment for transgender individuals.

Question 21

What is recommended before initiating hormone therapy according to ANZPATH/WPATH?

Answer 21

Comprehensive psychosocial assessment

This assessment helps to identify individual needs and readiness for treatment.

Question 22

What are common mental health concerns for transgender individuals?

Answer 22

• Higher rates of depression
• Higher rates of anxiety

These concerns highlight the need for ongoing mental health support.

Question 23

What are the components of feminizing hormone therapy?

Answer 23

• Androgen blockers (cyproterone, spironolactone)
• Estradiol formulations (oral, transdermal, implants)

These components help align physical characteristics with gender identity.

Question 24

What are the effects monitored in masculinizing hormone therapy?

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• Facial/body hair growth
• Voice deepening

Monitoring ensures effective treatment and management of side effects.

Question 25

What surgical treatments are available for MtF individuals?

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• Vaginoplasty
• Orchidectomy
• Breast augmentation
• Facial feminization surgery

These surgeries help align physical appearance with gender identity.

Question 26

What are the risks associated with feminizing therapy?

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• Thromboembolic disease
• Weight gain
• Hyperprolactinemia

Awareness of these risks is crucial for informed consent and monitoring.

Question 27

What monitoring protocols are recommended during hormone therapy?

Answer 27

• Regular blood tests
• Cancer screening
• Bone density studies

These protocols help manage health risks associated with hormone treatment.

Question 28

What is the effectiveness of hormonal therapy in gender-affirming care?

Answer 28

• Aligning physical characteristics with gender identity
• Improvement in mental health symptoms

Hormonal therapy is a critical component of transition for many individuals.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The use of preferred names and pronouns in consultations and records is essential for _______.

Answer 29

[respectful and inclusive care]