Important Considerations (Physiologic Changes) This age group is notable for maturity, leisure, and age-related health changes. Healthcare is still directed toward prevention; however, it becomes more and more occupied by the management of general medical and age-related illness. While reproductive…
Important Considerations (Physiologic Changes) This age group is notable for transitions from reproductive function to maturity, from rhythmic menstrual function to menopause, and from robust health to the emergence of age-related changes. Leading Causes of Death Breast, lung, colorectal, and…
The Challenge The challenge is to assist couples in identifying and using the most appropriate method of controlling fertility. Changing patterns of sexual expression, new technologies, increased consumerism, and heightened cost pressures all affect the choices made in the search…
Important Considerations (Physiologic Changes) This age group is notable for more established menstrual function, punctuated for many individuals by one or more pregnancies. Sexuality and sexual expression patterns have generally become well established and comfortable. Healthcare is directed toward prevention…
The Challenge Description Sexuality includes an individual’s sexual feelings, thoughts, attractions, and behaviors toward others. One can find other people physically, sexually, or emotionally attractive—all of which are a part of sexuality. Sexuality, sexual behaviors, and sexual relationships are an…
Important Considerations (Physiologic Changes) This age group is notable for the development and consolidation of reproductive capacity, sexual identity, and expressiveness. Changing life roles and self-awareness present both challenges and opportunities for the development of good health practices. The first…
The Challenge The onset of puberty in adolescents is a time of great emotional and physical change. By understanding the normal sequence of events and being sensitive to the presence of abnormalities, the caregiver may be able to make the…
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