Title: Perform procedures related to the reproductive system.
Course: Practical Nursing III (14052-III) > Section: Mastering Nursing Competencies and Skills in the Clinical Setting

Performance should include

- use of appropriate equipment and supplies
- focused assessment of client's reproductive system
  - observation
  - inspection
  - palpation
  - assessing for
    - discharges
    - lesions
    - prostate
    - breast lumps
    - testicular lumps
- assistance with diagnostic procedures
  - cultures
  - smears
  - biopsies
- interpretation of lab values
- preparation for client's pelvic, breast, or testicular examination
- cleansing and irrigation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What steps does one follow to assess the client's reproductive system?
- How would one assist with diagnostic procedures, while assuring appropriate use of equipment and supplies?
- How would one drape the client for privacy during the pelvic examination?
- What steps would one follow when performing a vaginal cleansing and irrigation?
- What are the recommendations for screening for male and female reproductive disorders?