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Objective
General Objectives
The Sexually Mature Adult

Curriculum Block

Part 3 / Medical Foundation 3 / Reproduction and Pregnancy
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Basic Sciences
Reproduction
Curriculum Block
Part 3 Medical Foundation 3 Reproduction and Pregnancy
Curriculum Week
Part 3
MeSH
Sexual Maturation [G08.686.841.750] Sexuality [F01.145.802.975]

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Child Objectives
  • Describe the anatomy and histology, of the female and male reproductive system at different ages and stages of development.
  • Describe the Hypothalamic / Pituitary / Ovarian / Uterine axis and how it influences the menstrual cycle.
  • Compare and contrast the normal sexual response of the adult male and female.
  • Explain the mechanism of conception and the factors that influence it.
  • Explain the relevance of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in terms of its impact on endocrine, cardiovascular, cancer and fertility risks.
  • Describe the normal menstrual cycle.
  • Define menopause and explain the physiological process that occurs from the transition of a reproductively capable woman to a menopausal woman.
  • Explain the potential health risks for a menopausal woman.
  • Recognize the impact of menopause on quality of life.
  • Explain the mechanisms of action of methods by which conception and pregnancy can be prevented.
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