Week 13 - Sexual Health, Violence, and Gender Affirming Care Flashcards
(35 cards)
What are the three main components of the female reproductive system?
External genitalia, internal reproductive organs, and hormones.
Name three parts of the female external genitalia.
Clitoris, labia majora, and vaginal orifice.
What organs make up the female internal reproductive system?
Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, and vaginal canal.
What hormone is responsible for secondary female sex characteristics and menstrual cycle regulation?
Estrogen.
What is the role of progesterone?
Prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy and supports breast milk production.
What hormone is produced by the placenta and stops menstruation during pregnancy?
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG).
What are the external structures of the male reproductive system?
Penis and scrotum.
What is the primary reproductive organ in males?
Testes.
What hormone do the testes produce?
Testosterone.
Name two internal male reproductive organs.
Vas deferens and prostate.
Give an example of primary reproductive health prevention.
HPV vaccination.
What is a secondary prevention example in reproductive care?
Pap smear screening.
What is an example of tertiary reproductive care?
Management of endometriosis.
At what age is the HPV vaccine recommended?
Age 11 or 12.
What reproductive health concerns are common during childbearing years?
Fertility, contraception, stress, and pelvic exams.
What is dyspareunia?
Painful intercourse, often due to vaginal dryness.
What health concerns may arise in middle/older adults?
Erectile dysfunction, menopause, bone health, and mental health.
What should reproductive health care include for transgender individuals?
Safe, respectful care tailored to anatomy and treatments.
What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)?
Abuse from a romantic or sexual partner, including physical, sexual, or psychological harm.
What populations are at higher risk for IPV?
LGBTQ individuals and women of reproductive age.
What does the HITS screening tool assess?
Physical harm, insults, threats, and yelling in relationships.
What does a score ≥10 on the HITS tool indicate?
A positive screen for IPV.
What does the HARK tool assess?
Humiliation, fear, rape, and physical abuse in relationships.
What is the nurse’s first action when IPV is suspected?
Provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
