NURSING INFORMATICS | WEEK 1 SEX ROLES
TOPICS A function in which a male/female assumes because
of basic physiological or anatomical difference
Gender and Development Orientation A role which can be performed by only one of the
Historical Perspective of Nursing Informatics sexes
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATION FEMALES
o Child-bearing, Lactation, Gestation
GENDER SENSITIVITY MALES
o Ovum fertilization and produces
An education initiative to introduce the perspective of spermatozoa which determine child’s sex
the relations between gender in decision making
processes and to utilize all decision-making GENDER
processes for gender equality
It aims to develop gender awareness, knowledge, and Differentiated roles, attitudes, and values
skills as well as to change perceptions, attitudes, and Assigned by culture and society; socially constructed
behaviors in relation to gender Expectation held about the characteristics aptitudes
Likely behaviors of both men and women
PREMISES OF GAD Present in both sex and categorize as feminine and
masculine
It is a development perspective that recognizes the Attributes are marked by inequality
unequal status and situations of women and men in
society GENDER ROLES
Not a war of sexes
Not anti-male Learned behaviors in given society or community of
Both men and women are victims of gender equality social groups
although most victims are women Influenced by perceptions and expectations
Both have a share in the struggle for gender equality Arising from cultural, economic, environmental, social,
and religious factors
SEX FEMALES
o Cooking, childcare, housekeeping
Biological characteristics of being male or female MALES
Physical attributes pertaining to a person’s body o Leader, providing income for family
contours, features, hormones, genes, chromosomes,
and reproductive orgabs GENDER DISCRIMINATION
Generally permanent
Universal To give differential treatment to individuals on the
Categorize as male and female grounds of their gender
Attributes are equally valued
GENDER SUBORDINATION
PRIMARY SEX CHARACTERISTICS
Secondary status of women in society resulting to
Refers to the sexual and reproductive organs having less access to and control over resources for
development and its benefits
SECONDARY SEX CHARACTERISTICS
FEMALES
GENDER ISSUES
Development of breast
Pelvic widens and hip broaden Economic marginalization of women
Voice deepens slightly o Women are considered to be non-essential
Hair grown under the arms and in the pelvic region force in the economy despite their crucial
Ovaries start to function role in productions
Regular menstruation Political subordination of women
o Secondary position of women compared to
MALES men in the society
Body becomes more muscular Gender stereotyping
Shoulder and chest become broader o Biased perception of women as the weaker
Adam’s apple grows sex and their roles, functions, and abilities
Vocal card enlarge are primarily tied to the home
Underarm, pubic hair, and facial, chest, and shoulder Multiple burden
hairs start to grow o Unpaid work at home
Penis and testes enlarge o Paid work as members of the workforce
Testes begin to make sperm o Volunteer work in the community
o All other works necessary for the survival of
family
BENEFITS OF GENDER EQUALITY
It saves lives
Better legal protection
Better healthcare
Better racial equality
Helps business
Reduces poverty
Good for economy
Reduces human trafficking
Healthier children
Peace
PROMOTE GENDER EQUALITY IN THE CLASSROOM
Ensure educational materials are free from
stereotypes
Challenge expectations of professions typically
associated with a particular gender
Use gender-neutral pronouns
Do not refer to stereotypical characteristics
Point out gender implications of phrases such as
“man up” and help find alternative phrasing
Avoid segregating boys and girls into separate lines,
separate sport activities and mix seating up in the
classroom
Ensure any educational materials used show genders
in equal measure
Mix boys and girls to work on projects together
Explore gender concepts and roles from diff.
communities
Help students identify instances of gender bias thru
awareness activities or historical events, laws, and
cultural changes.
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF NURSING INFORMATICS
