male reproductive system Flashcards
When a separation of the abdominal muscle exists, the weak points of these canals afford an area for the protrusion of the intestine into the groin region. This is called an?
It is called an inguinal hernia
types of inguinal hernia are:
direct hernia, indirect hernia, femoral hernia
hypospadias
If the opening is located
on the underside of the glans, hypospadias is present
epispadias
If the opening is
on the superior aspect of the glans, epispadias exists
chordee
Chordee, a tight
band of skin, causes bowing of the penis. The penis appears to have a C
shape. This is associated with epispadias and hypospadias.
by what age is the foreskin retractable?
by 3 years of age for at least 90% of males the foreskin is retractable
what is phimosis
when the penile foreskin is still tight after 3 yrs of age
is smegma considered a normal finding?
Smegma, a white,
cheesy substance, may
be present. This finding
is considered normal.
spermatocele
spermatocele (a cyst located in the
epididymis), or other conditions
what causes the cremasteric reflex?
The cremasteric reflex may cause the
testicles to migrate upward temporarily. Cold
hands, a cold room, or the stimulus of touch
could cause this response.
what is a varicocele?
A varicocele is a distended
cord and is a common cause of male infertility.
Upon palpation, it may feel like a “bag of worms.”
abnormalities of the penis
- hypospadias,
- Peyronie’s Disease- Hard plaques are found along the dorsum and are palpable under the skin that result in pain and bending of
the penis during erection. - Carcinoma
- Genital warts- std caused by hpv
- Syphilitic Chancre-These nontender lesions appear as round or oval reddened ulcers
- Genital Herpes- coused by hsv
abnormalities of the scrotum
-hydrocele,
-Scrotal Hernia
-Testicular Tumor
-Orchitis- inflammatory process results in painful, tender, and swollen testes.
-Epididymitis
-Torsion of the Spermatic Cord
-Small Testes (less than 2 cm)
-Cryptorchidism- Absence of a testicle in the scrotal sac.
Scrotal Edema
Abnormalities of the Perianal Area
-Pilonidal Cyst Seen as dimpling in the sacrococcygeal area at the midline
- Anal Fissure
- Hemorrhoids (Internal)
- Hemorrhoids (External)
- Perianal Perirectal Abscess
-Prolapse of the Rectum
what produces sperm?
seminiferous tubules
what do the leydig cells produce?
leydig cells produce testosterone
composition of semen
fructose
amino acids
prostaglandins
ascorbic acid
fibrinogen
Which finding should the nurse consider normal when inspecting the client’s scrotum?
a. The testes hang evenly and freely.
b. The left testicle is larger than the right.
c. The right testicle hangs lower than the left.
d. The left testicle hangs lower than the right.
D
Nurse P is performing physical examination on her elderly client. Which elements of standard precaution should be applied when examining the penis of her client?
a. Hand hygiene and use of gloves
b. Hand hygiene and use of mask
c. Hand hygiene and use of unsterile gown
d. Hand hygiene and use of face shield
A
Which condition occurs when there is swelling from fluid collection in the scrotum?
a-Hypospadias
b-Hydrocele
c-Inguinal Hernia
d-Testicular Hernia
B
Which is not a factor associated with benign prostatic enlargement in older men?
-Aging
-Changes in cells of the testicles
-Hyperplasia of the prostate gland
-Sexually transmitted infections
d- STI
Which equipment is not needed for the physical examination of the male external reproductive organs?
A. Gloves
B. Drapes
C. Light
D, Face masks
D
Which is not considered structures of the male internal reproductive organs?
Prostate gland
Vas deferens
Urethra
Scrotum
Scrotum
Which is considered an abnormal finding of the external male reproductive organ?
“I cannot hold my urine, I need to go to the restroom immediately when i feel the urge to urine.”
“I do not experience any offensive discharge from my penis.”
“My penis usually becomes enlarged when I am sexually excited.”
“There is no swelling nor inflammation of my external genitals.”
“I cannot hold my urine, I need to go to the restroom immediately when i feel the urge to urine.”
