Reproductive Health Nursing Lecture

25 vocabulary flashcards covering key terms, conditions, and treatments mentioned in the reproductive-health nursing lecture.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Common STD that may be asymptomatic in males, persists on the cervix, and can progress to cancer.

HPV Vaccine

Immunization series that prevents high-risk HPV strains; key patient-education topic.

Pap Smear

Cervical screening test; no vaginal meds or intercourse for 24 h prior to the exam.

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)

Life-threatening reaction to retained tampons or other foreign bodies; fever, vomiting, diarrhea, sepsis signs.

Sepsis

Systemic infection response with fever, hypotension, tachycardia; must be reported immediately.

Radical Mastectomy

Removal of the entire breast plus underlying muscle and nodes, creating a concave axillary area.

Menopausal Symptom Management

Address lipids, glucose, mood; serotonin-modulating meds can ease hot flashes and irritability.

Epididymitis

Painful epididymal inflammation relieved by elevating the testicle; treated with antibiotics.

Testicular Torsion

Twisting of spermatic cord causing acute pain unrelieved by support; surgical emergency.

Vaginitis

Vaginal inflammation often from E. coli or yeast after antibiotics; causes irritation and discharge.

Escherichia coli (E. coli)

Intestinal bacterium that can migrate to vagina, producing infections, especially with poor hygiene.

Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH)

Surgical uterine removal via abdominal incision; requires detailed pre-/post-op teaching.

Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Inability to achieve or maintain erection, linked to vascular disease, diabetes, meds, low testosterone.

Inflatable Penile Implant

Surgically placed device with scrotal pump that provides on-demand rigidity for ED management.

Cystocele

Bladder herniation into anterior vaginal wall; often repaired surgically, with activity restrictions post-op.

Rectocele

Rectal protrusion into posterior vaginal wall; managed like cystocele with careful pre/post-op care.

Testicular Self-Exam (TSE)

Monthly palpation of testes to detect tiny masses; early cancer detection strategy.

Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1)

Strain that can infect mouth or genitals; treated with antivirals.

Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 (HSV-2)

Strain capable of oral or genital lesions; managed the same as HSV-1.

Amenorrhea

Absent menses; causes include stress, low BMI, endocrine or ovarian disorders, certain drugs.

Colposcopy

Magnified cervical examination after abnormal Pap; requires specific pre- and post-test instructions.

Trichomoniasis

STI producing itchy yellow-green discharge; diagnosed on wet mount microscopy.

Metronidazole (Flagyl)

Drug of choice for trichomoniasis; alcohol causes disulfiram-like reaction.

Chlamydia

Often silent STI that can surface months later; both partners need screening and treatment.

Benzathine Penicillin G

Long-acting IM antibiotic that cures syphilis; follow-up labs confirm eradication.