Overview of Current Approaches to the Evaluation and Management of Male Infertility
Identification:
unj_nd12_01
Issue:
November-December 2012
Volume:
Volume 32 Number 6
Credits(Post Test and/or Evaluation Required) Available until 12/31/2014
Requirements for Successful Completion: Completethe learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation.
Faculty;Planners and Authors Conflict of Interest Disclosure: The author; editor;and education director reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursingeducation article. Urologic Nursing Editorial Board Statements of Disclosure Susanne A. Quallich;ANP-BC; NP-C; CUNP; disclosed that she is on the Consultants' Bureau for Coloplast. All other Urologic Nursing Editorial Board members reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education activity. Commercial Support and Sponsorship: No commercial support or sponsorship declared. Non-Endorsement of Products: Accreditation of activities for contact hours does not imply approval or endorsement of any product; advertising; or educational content by SUNA or the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation Statement: Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation status does not imply endorsement by the provider or ANCC of any commercial product. SUNA is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; provider number; CEP 5556. Objectives: Define infertility. Discuss the importance of a thorough history of a patient with issues of infertility. Explain the general examination of a patient with issues of infertility; to include physical examination; semen analysis; hormonal assessment; radiology; and post-ejaculatory urinalysis. Describe the treatment options for male infertility. Explain assisted reproductive technology and its impact on couples experiencing infertility.