Nursing Exam Study Flashcards

These flashcards cover key terminology and definitions relevant for nursing exams.

Testosterone

A male hormone that production declines after age 30 but continues very gradually.

Circumcision

Surgical removal of the foreskin which lowers the risk for certain STIs in men.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

A gradual loss of kidney function often caused by hypertension and diabetes.

Bladder Cancer

The fourth most common cancer in men, commonly caused by smoking and resulting in painless hematuria.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Infections that are increasing in number each year, many of which are asymptomatic.

Renal Calculi

Kidney stones that present with abrupt severe flank pain, hematuria, and obstruction of urinary flow.

Urethritis

Inflammation of the urethra characterized by discharge and dysuria.

Hydrocele

A collection of serous fluid around the testicle.

Prostate Cancer

The most frequently diagnosed cancer in men, associated with increased age and specific genetic risks.

Cervical Cancer

Cancer caused by HPV infection, which can be screened with a Pap test.

Osteoarthritis

A degenerative joint disease characterized by pain with movement and often seen in older adults.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune condition that can affect anyone and is often relieved by movement.

Celiac Disease

An autoimmune disorder characterized by intolerance to gluten.

Myoclonus

A condition involving short series of jerks at regular intervals.

Sensory Assessment: Pain

Involves evaluating responses to painful stimuli with terms like hypoalgesia and hyperalgesia.