Nur 209 - Reproductive Health

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Biologic sex

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Chromosomal sexual development (XY or XX, external and internal genitalia, secondary sex characteristics, and hormonal states).

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Gender identity

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The inner sense one has of being male or female, which may or may not be the same as biologic gender.

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Gender role behavior

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The behavior one conveys of being male or female.

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Sexual orientation

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The preferred gender of the partners of the individual. Includes heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual.

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Heterosexual

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A person who prefers sexual fulfillment with a member of the opposite gender.

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Homosexual

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A person who prefers sexual fulfillment with members of the same gender.

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Bisexual

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A person who finds pleasure with either gender.

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Transsexual

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A person of one biologic gender who feels as if he or she is a member of the opposite sex. Ex: A woman trapped in a man's body.

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Transvestite

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A person who chooses to dress as if he or she is a member of the opposite gender, using clothing, accessories, etc. Transvestites are usually heterosexual.

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Number of follicles in a girl's ovaries at birth

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200,000 to 400,000

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Remaining follicles in an adolescent girl's ovaries

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100,000 to 200,000

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Three layers of the uterus

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Inner layer - endometrium
Middle layer - myometrium
Outer layer - perimetrium

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Three purposes for the vagina

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1. A receptacle for the penis during sexual intercourse; 2. An exit for menstrual flow during menses; and
3. The birth canal for exit of baby during childbirth.

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Menstruation

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A cycle during which the body prepares for the fertilization of the ovum.

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Menarche

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The first period, usually around 12 years of age, but can happen between 8 and 17 years of age.

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Menopause

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The cessation of a woman's menstrual activity, usually between ages 45-55.

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Ovarian cycle average length

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28 days

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Ovarian cycle , days 4-14

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Follicular phase, in which a number of follicles mature, but only one produces a mature ovum.

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Endometrial phase, days 4-14

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Proliferation phase - The endometrium becomes thick and velvety in preparation for the fertilized ovum.

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Day 14 of ovarian cycle

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Ovulation - the egg ruptures from the follicle and is swept out of the ovary into the fallopian tube.

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Ovarian cycle, days 15-28

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Luteal phase where the empty follicle fills up with yellow fluid which secretes hormones to help a fertilized egg to grow. It becomes the "Corpus Luteum".

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Uterine changes, days 15-28

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Secretory phase - The endometrial lining thickens. In absence of a fertilized egg, the corpus luteum dies and the endometrial lining disintegrates and is shed, causing menses.

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Average length of time menses lasts

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5 days (but can last between 3 and 7)

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Odor prevention during menses

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Regular bathing and hygiene

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Normal blood loss during menses

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30-80 mL

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Symptoms of PMS

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Irritability, mood changes, emotional tension, anxiety, headache, breast tenderness, and water retention

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Normal amount of ejaculate

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2-6 mL

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Normal amount of sperm in one ejaculate

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120-160 million sperm

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Glands that secrete neutralizing fluid to aid in transport of sperm through the urethra

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Cowper's glands

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Sexual Response Cycle

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1. Excitement, 2. Plateau, 3. Orgasm, 4. Resolution

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Erogenous zones

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Areas that when stimulated can cause sexual arousal and desire.

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Definition of intercourse

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Insertion of the penis into the partner's vagina, anus or mouth.

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Vaginal intercourse

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The act of placing the penis into the vagina

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Anal intercourse

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The act of placing the vagina into the anus

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Complete abstinence

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Absolutely no sexual or intimate contact

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Voyeurism

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The act of looking at the body of another and achieving sexual arousal

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Sadism

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The practice of gaining sexual pleasure while inflicting abuse on another person.

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Masochism

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Refers to gaining sexual pleasure from the humiliation of being abused.

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Sadomasochism

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Practicing sadism and masochism together, involving being tied up, punched, pinched, spanked, whipped, etc.

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Pedophilia

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Adults gaining sexual pleasure by performing sexual acts with children.

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Factors that influence a person's sexuality

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Development, culture, religion, ethics, lifestyle, childbearing, STIs, sexual dysfunction, and other health conditions.

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Sexual dysfunction

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A problem that prevents an individual or couple from engaging in or enjoying sexual intercourse and orgasm.

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Impotence

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Male sexual dysfunction involving the inability to attain or sustain an erection to such an extent that he cannot have satisfactory intercourse.

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Retarded ejaculation

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A man's inability or delayed ability to ejaculate into a vagina.

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Inhibited sexual desire

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An inhibition in sexual arousal so that congestion and sexual lubrication are absent or minimal.

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Dyspareunia

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Painful intercourse

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Vaginismus

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Vaginal opening closes tightly and prevents penile penetration.

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Vulvodynia

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Chronic vulvar discomfort or pain characterized by burning, stinging, irritation, or rawness of the female genitalia that interferes with sexual activity.

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Behavioral contraceptive methods

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Abstinence and withdrawal

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Types of abstinence

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Continuous or periodic

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Types of Periodic abstinence

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Temperature method; Cervical mucous method; Calendar method; Symptothermal

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Barrier methods of contraception

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Diaphragm; Condom; Cervical cap; Spermicides; Vaginal sponge

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Hormonal contraception

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Oral contraception (The Pill); Norplant; Implanon; Depo-Provera; Transderm patch; NuvaRing; IUD; Emergency contraception (Plan B)

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Sexual harassment

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Unwelcome behavior that is sexual or gender-based in nature.

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Normal vaginal pH

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3.5-4.5

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Typical bacteria found in vagina as "normal flora"

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Lactobacillus acidophilus

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Purpose of lactobacillus bacteria in vagina

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Suppresses growth of anaerobes; Produces lactic acid for maintenance of normal pH; produces hydrogen peroxide which is toxic to anaerobes

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Most common fungus causing yeast infection in vagina

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Candida albicans