Nursing

Infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 couples worldwide, making it one of the most clinically significant topics in OB/Maternity nursing. For the registered nurse working in reproductive health, women’s health, or medical-surgical environments, understanding the underlying pathophysiology of infertility is not just a testable concept — it is a foundation for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. … Read more

Dyspareunia — painful sexual intercourse — is one of the most underreported yet clinically significant complications of the postpartum period. Nursing students preparing for the NCLEX and practicing RN nurses alike must recognize that this condition affects a substantial proportion of postpartum patients and carries consequences for physical health, relationship well-being, and psychological recovery. Dyspareunia … Read more

The postpartum period is one of the most physiologically dynamic phases a patient will experience. Dramatic hormonal shifts following delivery affect everything from mood and lactation to vaginal tissue and sexual function. For the registered nurse working in labor and delivery or postpartum care, understanding these changes is essential — both for providing evidence-based patient … Read more

Pregnancy transforms every system of the body — and reproductive and sexual health are no exception. For the registered nurse working in labor and delivery, antepartum care, or women’s health, understanding sexual health changes during pregnancy is essential for delivering patient-centered education and holistic care. These changes are frequently misunderstood by patients, and nurses are … Read more

The placenta is far more than a passive conduit for nutrients and oxygen — it functions as a highly active endocrine organ whose hormonal output drives sweeping changes in maternal physiology from the earliest weeks of pregnancy. For the registered nurse working in labor and delivery, antepartum care, or postpartum settings, understanding placental hormones and … Read more