reproduction and sexuality!!

for female what does the external genitalia include?

mons pubic, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and perineum

for female what does internal genitalia include?

ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina

what is the primary female reproductive organ?

ovaries

what are the female sex hormones?

estrogen and progesterone

what does estrogen do?

regulates female reproductive system

what does estrogen produced in?

produced mainly in the ovaries and crucial to maturation of eggs

what does estrogen maintain and promote?

maintains bone health and promotes development of secondary female sex characteristic

what does progesterone work with?

estrogen to control the ovarian menstrual cycle

what is the hormone of pregnancy?

progesterone

what is usually the first sign of puberty?

breast development

what promotes the size of breast?

estrogen

what is the main function of breasts?

lactation

what is menstruation?

when the body prepares for a fertilized ovum but then sheds the lining of the uterus if fertilization does not occur

what is a typical menstruation cycle?

28 days

what is menarche?

first menstrual period

what is menopause?

cessation of menstrual activity

describe the follicular phase?

day 4-14. one mature ovum is produced

describe ovulation?

occurs on day 14. ovum leaves the follicle and enters the fallopian tube

describe the luteal phase?

day 15-28. uterus prepares for a fertilized ovum

in males what is the external genitalia?

teste, epididymis, scrotum, and penis

what is the primary male reproductive organ?

testes

for males what is the internal genitalia?

seminal vesicles, prostate gland, Cowper gland

what does testosterone effect?

affects nervous and skeletal tissue, bone marrow, skin, hair, and sex organs, affect on voice. anabolic effect on skeletal muscle

what is breast tissue like in males?

similar to female breast tissue until puberty

what is gynecomastia?

benign proliferation of male breast glandular tissue

behavior for sexual behavior?

adaptive vs maladaptive

what is the criteria for adaptive sexual behavior?

-between two consenting adults

-mutually satisfying for both partners

-not psychologically or physically harmful

-no force or coercion

-conducted in private

what is biological sex?

sex assigned at birth. chromosomal sexual development

what is gender identity?

inner sense that they are male, female, or nonbinary

what is gender expression?

outward presentation of gender

what is sexual orientation?

romantic, emotional, or sexual attraction to other people

health disparities within LGBT population?

more likely to commit suicide, more likely to be homeless, less likely to have health insurance. highest rates of tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use

what are some age related changes in sexual function?

medications and metabolic disorders may impact sexual function. older adults may be concerned that sexual activity will place stress on the heart. loss of a spouse or partner

what to asses during a sexual assessment?

sexual history, reproductive history, and better model!

what is the BETTER model?

Bringing up the topic, explaining, telling, timing, educate about treatment-related sexual side effects, recording

what to do to prevent STIs?

use of barrier method with each sexual encounter, have regular checkups, avoid douching, avoid sexual activity while bring treated for an STI

what is erectile dysfunction?

the inability of a male to attain or maintain an erection

what is premature ejaculation?

consistently reaches ejaculation or orgasm before or shortly after beginning sexual intercourse

what is delayed ejaculation?

inability to ejaculate in the expected timeframe

what is inhibited sexual desire?

inhibition in sexual arousal

what is dyspareunia?

painful sexual intercourse

what is vaginismus?

vaginal opening is constricted to not allow penetration

what is vulvodynia?

chronic vulvar discomfort burning or stinging sensation. makes sexual intercourse difficult

what is sexual harassment?

unwelcome behavior that is based on a person's sex or gender. quid pro quo harassment. hostile work environment

what to do when responding to sexual harassment to clients?

be self aware. confront, be assertive, not aggressive. set limits. enforce the stated limits. report to supervisor

what to do when responding to sexual harassment to colleagues?

confront the behavior if safe to do so, document this. document the date, time, and type of behavior. consult a supervisor. if the harassment continues file a grievances with administration. consult legal counsel if needed