Unit 46 Reproductive System

Objectives Spell and define terms. Review the location and functions of the organs of the male and female reproductive systems. Describe some common disorders and conditions of the male reproductive system.

Objectives Describe some common disorders and conditions of the female reproductive system. List six diagnostic tests associated with conditions of the male and female reproductive systems.

Objectives Describe nursing assistant actions related to the care of patients with conditions and diseases of the reproductive system. State the nursing precautions required for patients who have sexually transmitted diseases.

Structure and Function Both the male and female reproductive organs have dual functions: Produce reproductive cells Produce hormones that are responsible for sex characteristics

Male Reproductive Organs: Structure and Function Testes Epididymis Vas deferens Seminal vesicles Ejaculatory duct Prostate gland Cowper’s glands Penis

Female Reproductive Organs: Structure and Function External female structures include the: Vulva Clitoris Urinary meatus Vaginal meatus

Female Reproductive Organs: Structure and Function Internal female reproductive organs include the: Ovaries Fallopian tubes Uterus Vagina

Conditions of the Male Reproductive Organs Male reproductive organs are subject to the same kinds of disease processes that affect other body parts. Examples of these conditions are tumors and infections.

Conditions of the Male Reproductive Organs A very common problem experienced by many men Involves the prostate gland

Conditions of the Female Reproductive Organs Like the male organs Female reproductive organs are subject to disease processes Including tumors and infections, that affect other body parts

Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) Affect both men and women Most STDs can be treated and cured But patients do not develop immunity to repeated infections

Vaginal Douche Vaginal douche Irrigation of the vagina with fluid or medication It is done by a physician’s order