Nursing 1180A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 10: Pubic Hair, Active Listening, Phimosis
29 Jun 2016
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Infants and children: internal and external sphincters. At birth under involuntary reflexive control because myelination of the spinal cord is incomplete. 12-18 months: gastrocolic reflex passing stool after every feeding, circumcision. May be performed for better hygiene however there are risks too. Left up to the decision of the parents. Testicular growth begins length and width. Scrotal skin thins and become pendulous (hanging down loosely) Caused from degeneration of afferent neurons in the rectal wall. May cause retention of stool or the internal sphincter may lose its tone and the external sphincter cannot by itself control bowels therefore leading to incontinence: pubic hair. Pubic alopecia loss of pubic hair: testosterone levels. Erections more dependent on tactile stimulation: penis. Testes may drop lower: prostate gland. Often covered by benign hyperplasia of glandular tissue. Recognition and reaction to illness is rooted in cultural beliefs, values, social, and family structures.
