Reproduction and Conception Flashcards
when is differentiation of the external genitaliacomplete
12 weeks
where does spermatogenesis occur
epididymis
what do all glands in the male repro tract secrete and why
alkaline frutose colution
alkaline - urine is acidid
fructose - energy to swim
what does the hypothalamus secrete
GnRH
what does the anterior pituitary secrete
FSH and LH
when are males capable of reproduction
13.5 y/o
Tanner stages
measure of sexual maturation
what tanner stage signals male puberty
Stage III
when are women capable of reproduction
8-13 y/o
what tanner stage signals female puberty
III or IV
when does menarche occur
2-2.5 years after puberty
what is menarche
1st menstrual period
spinnkarkeit
elasticity of cervical mucus
mittelschmerz
ovulation pains
pregnancy after 50
uncommon
when does fertility begin to decline
35-40
most pregnancies over 35 y/o are
unintentional
how long should contraception continue after LMP
12 months
5 P’s of sexual health history
Partners in last 12 months Pregnancy status Protection from STI's Practices Past Hx of STI's
consistency with contraception outweighs
absolute reliability
abstinence
refraining from sexual intercourse
abstinence pt Ed X3
- saying no
- yes to other sexual activities
- requires self control
abstinence advantages
failure rate is 0%
effective if practiced perfectly
abstinence disadvantages
not common amongst peers
unrealistic