CNA Chapter 17

An ovum will die if it is not fertilized by a sperm within

24 to 48 hours

The risk of prostate cancer increases when a man is over the age of

60

__________________________ is a disorder in which the prostate becomes enlarged and causes problems with urination.

Benign prostatic hypertrophy

A yeast infection is a type of vaginitis that is caused by a fungus known as

Candida albicans

A form of cancer that begins in the uterus is called

Endometrial cancer

__________________________ is a sexually-transmitted infection that include symptoms such as itching, swollen testes, or vaginal bleeding.

Gonorrhea

What substances control certain human body functions, such as the ability to reproduce?

Hormones

Testicular cancer is a form of cancer that

Is a common form of cancer in younger men

One primary responsibility for a nursing assistant helping with a gynecologic examination is to

Make sure privacy is provided throughout the examination

List the functions of the male and female reproductive systems

Male - Manufacture sperm and the male hormone, testosterone. Female - Manufacture ova and the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone; provide environment for development of fetus; and produce milk for the nourishment of a baby after birth

List all normal age-related changes of the reproductive system for males and females

Male - Prostate gland enlarges. Number and capacity of sperm decreases. Sexual response delays. It may take longer to achieve an erection and to reach orgasm. Female - Menopause occurs 12 months after a woman's last menstrual period and ends the ability to reproduce. Decrease in production of estrogen and progesterone leads to a loss of calcium, causing brittle bones and, potentially, osteoporosis. Decrease in estrogen also makes females more prone to urinary tract infections. Vaginal walls become drier and thinner.

What condition signifies the end of the female's ability to reproduce?

Menopause

When encountering a sexual situation between consenting adult residents, what should an NA do

Provide privacy and leave the area

How are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) transmitted

STIs are transmitted through sexual contact, such as sexual intercourse (vaginal and anal), contact of the mouth with the genitals or anus, and contact of the hands with the genital area

What is a symptom of syphilis

Small painless sores, indurated, smooth weeping lesion urinary frequency, burning incontinence and dribbling malaise, low grade fever, muscle aches and pains rash that changes from papule to pustules

What is a function of the male reproductive system?

To manufacture testosterone

Erectile dysfunction is

Treated with medication

Which type of sexually-transmitted infection is caused by a protozoa (single-cell animal)?

Trichomoniasis

the function of the female reproductive system is to

to produce sex hormones, to produce eggs, and to provide a nourishing environment and Produce milk to nourish a baby