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This deck will help you study for the upcoming exam on sexual health.

1
Q

List 5 out of 10 traits of a sexually healthy person.

A
  1. Maintains healthy relationships
  2. is responsible based on personal values
  3. Knows how to set boundaries
  4. Knows their body and how it functions
  5. Is comfortable with their body and sexuality
  6. Has effective communication with friends/family
  7. Knows how to protect themselves
  8. Is willing to accept consequences
  9. Knows where to access information about sexual health
  10. Is comfortable with going to the doctor
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2
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Define the term Gender Binary

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A term that describes
two genders - Male and Female.

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3
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Define the term Non-Binary

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Gender identity that is
not exclusively male of female.

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4
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Define the term Cisgender

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Gender identity or
expression is the same as the sex that
was assigned at birth.

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5
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Define the term Transgender

A

Gender identity or
expression is different than what was
assigned at birth.

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6
Q

What does your gender identity refer to?

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Refers to a person’s internal and individual experience of gender. Might not be visible to others or align with what society expects based on their assigned sex.

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7
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What does your assigned sex refer to?

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The assigned sex at birth based on external anatomy.

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8
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What does gender expression refer to?

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The way a gender is presented and communicated to the world through clothing, speech, body language, hairstyle, voice, etc.

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9
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What does attraction/sexuality refer to?

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This describes the person’s potential for emotional, romantic, intimate, and/or sexual interest in other people. Examples include: Straight, gay, pansexual, etc.

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10
Q

What organ of the female reproductive system is being described?
A soft, muscular elastic tube, and allows menstrual flow to exist in the body from the uterus.

A

Vagina

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11
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What organ of the female reproductive system is being described?
At the top of the vagina, opens to diameter of 10 cm during child birth.

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Cervix

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12
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What are the functions of the uterus?

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It is the organ where women will house the baby, placenta, and amniotic fluid during pregnancy. If no egg is fertilized, the uterus will shed its inner lining resulting in mensuration.

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13
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What are the functions of the ovaries?

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The ovaries are equivalent to male testicles. Ovaries contain all the eggs the female will produce in her lifetime. They release one egg each month.

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14
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This is where sperm moves to mature when a male reaches puberty.

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Epididymis

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15
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This organ supplies most of the liquid that combines with sperm prior to ejaculation, creating semen.

A

Prostate gland

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16
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Where is sperm produced in males?

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Testicles

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17
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What is the function of the urethra in males?

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Allows semen to travel out of the body during sexual intercourse.

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18
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What is a Pap test screening for?

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Important for sexually active women to get a pap test or women who are 21 or older. It is testing for cervical cancer. Often goes undetected until late stages, so important to test regularly.

19
Q

What is the purpose of prostate screening?

A

To check for prostate cancer. It is a very common cancer in males and if left undetected can have serious health consequences.

20
Q

List 3 considerations you should think of before having sex.

A
  1. Assess the risks
  2. Are you being pressured?
  3. Do you know where you stand in the relationship?
  4. Your genes may determine when you loose your virginity
  5. Think about past experiences
21
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Your partner is drunk or high and they say yes to sex. Is there consent?

A

No. When you are under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol you are unable to make decisions clearly.

22
Q

You were flirting with each other.

A

No. Flirting does not mean that there is consent for sexual activity.

23
Q

Your partner says yes, but they change their mind.

A

No. Just because they said yes, they can always change their mind.

24
Q

They say yes enthusiastically.

A

Yes.

25
Q

What is the age of consent in Canada?

A

16

26
Q

What is the rule for consent in ages 12-13?

A

Can consent as long as partner is less than 2 years older.

27
Q

What is the rule for consent in ages 14-15?

A

Can consent as long as partner is less than 5 years older.

28
Q

What occurs during days 1-7 of the menstruation cycle?

A

Uterus lining breaks down and the woman has her period.

29
Q

What occurs during days 8-11 of the menstruation cycle?

A

Lining of the womb thickens in prep for the egg.

30
Q

What days does ovulation occur?

A

Days 12-17 (typically on day 14). Ovulation is when the ovaries release an egg to be fertilized.

31
Q

What happens on days 18-25 if an egg is not fertilized?

A

The corpus luteum fades away.

32
Q

What happens on days 26-28 if the egg is not fertilized?

A

The uterine lining detaches leading to menstruation.

33
Q

How do contraceptives work?

A

They block the sperm, disable the sperm, or suppress ovulation.

34
Q

Why are contraceptive options limited for men?

A

Due to genetics. Since men produce hundreds of millions of sperm per day, it would be hard to limit the fertility. However, women only release one egg each month and can be more easily controlled with contraceptives.

35
Q

What is emergency contraception? How long after sexual activity can it be taken?

A

Emergency contraception is used when a condom breaks or if you have unprotected sex. This is also referred to as “the morning after pill” or ‘‘plan b”. You can take it up to 3-5 days after sexual intercourse.

36
Q

Explain how the abortion pill works

A

It can be taken within the first 11 weeks of pregnancy. You take two types of medication. One will block the production of progesterone to stop pregnancy from developing. The second is taken the same day or the next day and causes cramping and bleeding which empties the uterus.

37
Q

Explain how in-clinic abortion works

A

A doctor or nurse will empty your uterus using suction from medical instruments.

38
Q

What does STI and STBBI stand for?

A

Sexually transmitted infection and sexually transmitted blood borne infection

39
Q

What is a miscarriage?

A

A spontaneous loss of pregnancy within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy.

40
Q

How to STBBIs affect the mother and her baby?

A

The STI or STBBI could be passed down from mother to baby during child birth. Could also jeopardize a woman’s ability to have a child in their life.

41
Q

How do you know if you have an STI or STBBI?

A

Getting tested by a doctor via blood or urine sample.

42
Q

How can you prevent STI/STBBIs?

A
  • Abstinence
  • Limit number of sexual partners
  • Use condoms
  • Get tested regularly
43
Q

What are 3 symptoms of pregnancy?

A
  • Missed period
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Breast tenderness
  • Backaches
  • Heartburn or indigestion

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