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Male genetalia is classified as what kind of structures
internal and external structures
what are the two uses for the Penis
urination
reproduction
external genetalia include
shaft, glans, scrotum, scrotal sac
testes are not even due to
development - causes them to not grow symetrically
the scrotal temperature is what
a degree or two less externally
the scrotum is external , this is useful for what
sperm to thrive
Internal structure that holds testes in scrotum
spermatic cord
internal structure , cone shaped over testicles that covers the upper and posterior region
epididymis
internal structure that is muscular tube into spermatic cord to abdominal cavity
vas deferens
located between the anterior superior iliac spine laterally and symphysis pubic medially, frequent site of hernias
inguinal area
a hernia can be caused by
bowel or intestine moving into inguinal area
where do sperm mature at?
internal- Epididymis
what take sperm away from the testes
internal- spermatic cord
dilated veins of the spermatic cord, made up of veins that contain inadequate valves, can be frelt and sometimes seen as a tortuous mass on surface of scrotum (worms)
varicocele
position for a physical assessment of male genetalia is
standing
the patient should do what before assesment
empty bladder
what should you do first before the procedure of physical assessment
explain to patient what you are doing
male self exam MSE should be done when
monthly, starting at PUBERTY
if a scrotal mass is found during physical assessment of male genetialia, what should happen
Auscultate and Transilluminate
is the accumulation of fluids around a testicle, and is fairly common.

due to fluid secreted from a remnant piece of peritoneum wrapped around the testis, called the tunica vaginalis. It can be the result of cancer, trauma (such as a hernia), or orchiti
hydrocele

(transillumate to see fluid)
wellness nursing diagnosis
health-seeking behavior : requests information on Testicular Self Exam
target age group for TSE -testicular self exam
15-25 years, montly
risk factors for testicular cancer is
unknown
who most commonly gets TESTICULAR CANCER
CAUCASIONS
early detection of testicular cancer is usually
asymptomatic

"pt says area feels heavy, large"
RN diagnosis
RISK FOR INJURY TO GENITALIA related to poor lifting technique
RN diagnosis
DISTUBRED BODY IMAGE related to hernia repair
a collaborative problem is erectile dysfunction, which can be due to
antihypertension
meds
For a phbysical assessment, you must first
ID CLIENT
EXPLAIN PROCEDURE
DO Testicular Exams Last
The INGUINAL area is located where
between the ANTERIOR SUPERIOR ILIAC SPINE LATERALLY
and
SYMPHYSIS PUBIS MEDIALLY
BREAST AND LYMPHATIC ASSESSMENT
BREAST AND LYMPHATIC ASSESSMENT
1 out of eveyr _____ women will have breast cancer
8
1 out of every ______ women will die from breast cancer
33
paired mammory glands are known as
breasts
breasts lie where
over muscles - anterior chest wall - anterior to pectoralis major, serratus anterior.
breasts extend how
horizontally
verticallly
what is the major muslce of the breast
pectoralis major
breasts for male and female are most similar during
infancy
female breasts begin to change from male when and how
during Puberty because of
Estrogen and Progesterone
name two things breasts are needed for
produce and store milk

sexual stimulation
upper outer quadrant of breasts, where the lymph nodes is called
tale of spence!
most lumps, bumps and cancers can be foudn where
the tale of spence!
what filter bacteria and viruses, return water and protein to blood
lymph nodes
what perfecent of lumps found in a BSE are benign
80 percent
where is the tale of spence located
Upper Outer Quadrant down to armpit
what is bean like - run close to areteries and veins.... determine degree of treatment
lymph nodes
lymph nodes are important to what?
the immune system
what do the major axillary lymph nodes consist of
anterior (pectoral)
posterior (subscapular)
lateral (brachial)
central(midaxillary nodes)
surrounds the nipple contains sebaceous glands, hair follicles, smooth musckle fibers that contract nipple with stimulation
areola
3 tyoes of internal tissue of breasts
glandular
fibrous
fatty
functional part of breast, milk production here
glandular
this varies, determinees the size of breast
fatty tissue
supports granular tissue
fibrous tissue
where is the best place to start a BSE
start at CLAVICLE into ARMPIT
how to perform a BSE?
Standing, in shower is a good place
when the pt starts outside, and goes in a circular pattern, what is this called
concentric circles
when in cycle should you start to BSE
4-7 days after first bleeding after cycle
steps for a breast exam assessment
ID PT
WASH HANDS
INSPECT SKIN, ALV, NIPS
BREASTS ASSYMETRICAL
WARM HANDS
PALPATE
Inspect breatss for
size and symmetry
color and texture
superficial venous pattern
Palpate breasts in WHAT position
SUPINE
Any nipple discarge purulent, bloody, clear , is NOT normal and requires a
refferal
male enlarged breasts, this can be due to excess estrogen or marijuana use
gynecomastia
what is the most common form of breast cancer for men
same as women,
INFILTRATING DUCTILE CANCER
wellness RN diagnosis example
Opportunity to enhance management of breasts
RN diagnosis
RISK FOR INEFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THERAPUETIC REGIMEN
Rn diagnosis
BODY IMAGE DISTUBANCE related to MASTECTOMY
3 KEYS TO ASSESSMENT
explain/ rationale
do a thorough exam
palpate and document
if your pt has an absess or infection or hematoma, you must do what
collarboative problem, with md
is a collection of blood outside the blood vessels,[1] generally the result of hemorrhage, or more specifically, internal bleeding.
hematoma
check nipples for
retraction (pulled in) or dimpling
during palpation, you must compress nipple for
signs of discharge
3 systmeatic methods for breast exams
concentric circles
wedge
vertical strip
INTEGRATION OF HEALTH ASSESSMENT
INTEGRATION OF HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Folstein test is a brief 30-point questionnaire test that is used to screen for cognitive impairment. It is commonly used in medicine to screen for dementia. It is also used to estimate the severity of cognitive impairment at a given point in time and to follow the course of cognitive changes in an individual over time, thus making it an effective way to document an individual's response to treatment.
mini mental status exam MMSE
MMSE under 25 indicates
cognitive dysfunction, dementia maybe diagnosed
Examine clients Genitalia when?
examine genetalia last to establish repore with patient before touching.
FRAIL ELDERLY ARE INCREASINGLY VULNERABLE - WHAT ARE THE CHANGES?
thin skin, cool, nails brittle, thin hair, eye vision decreased, presbyopia, dedcreased tear production, cataract formation > 55, pupil changes, pupil gets smaller, harder to see in dark, hearing decreased presbycuspis, cannot hear high pitch sounds, cerumen wax buuildups, wrinkles, neck OA, kyphosis.
leading cause of death in the elderly is
CAD
Coronary Artery DiSEASE
because more energy is needed to breath, you can see this when observing the frail elderly
increased accessry muscle use
aging brings about
constipation
Most common cause of a lower GI bleed is a
MASS

shown by decreaed HGB level
pain, fever, lab values are less relaible in elderly because there normals are not truly normal due to aging - this is known as
geriatric syndrome
what is useful to have in room to check for the swallowing exam
pudding, similar to pudding
how many pillows are needed for elderly comfort
2-3 pillows
poverty, living alone, isolationm, poor nutritional knowledge, psychiatric - these can all lead to
involuntary weight loss
begin timing, rise from standard arm chair, walk to line on floor 10 feet away, turn and return to chair, sit in chair again end timing
this is the Timed Get up and Go test
the timed get up and go test is ONLY for person able to
walk without assistance

< 30 seconds
health compaints or abnormalites are as likely to be result of _________________ then to disease
ADVERSE REACTION TO DRUG THERAPY (meds)
Compile profile o prescription and OTC drugs used by client
have htem use 1 PHARMACY!
effective treatment of elderly depends on what
how early disease prevention interventions are implemented and how many remaining physiologic reserves are perseved
wellness RN diagnosiS

READINESS FOR ENHANCED EFFECTIVE CARE GIVING
RN diagnosis
RISK FOR LONELINESS related to changing role and decreasing functional status
RN Diagnosis
INEFFECVITE ROLE PERFORMANCE related to chronic illness
Collaborative problem with MD
PNEUMONIA