NUR 1211C Chapter Notes - Chapter Test 5: Pubic Symphysis, Mons Pubis, Vaginal Lubrication

• School: St. Petersburg College
• Department: Nursing, Generic Undergraduate
• Course: NUR 1211C
• Professor: McCusker

Document Summary

Female reproductive anatomy and physiology: consists of the paired ovaries and oviducts, the uterus, the vagina, the external genitalia, and the mammary glands, external female reproductive organs, the external female reproductive organs collectively are called the vulva. The opening to the vagina is called the introitus, and the half-moon shaped area behind the opening is called the fourchette: bartholin"s glands, when stimulated, secrete mucus that supplies lubrication for intercourse. Skene"s glands are located on either side of the opening to the urethra. They secrete a small amount of mucus to keep the opening moist and lubricated for the passage of urine: perineum. Incising the perineum area to provide more space for the presenting part is called an episiotomy. When a female is sexually aroused, her brain coordinates a patterned sexual response cycle consisting of increased heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and general level of excitement.