Deck 31: The Reproductive Systems

Question 1

Which of the following carries sperm cells from the epididymis to the urethra?

A) Vas deferens
B) Seminal vesicle
C) Seminiferous tubule
D) Bulbourethral gland
E) Prostate gland

Answer 1

Vas deferens

Question 2

Which of these contains the female erectile tissue and is rich in sensory nerves?

A) Vestibular gland
B) Clitoris
C) Vagina
D) Infundibulum
E) Cervix

Answer 2

Clitoris

Question 3

Which of the following begin the process of developing sperm cells?

A) Testes
B) Bulbourethral glands
C) Glans penis
D) Spermatogenic cells
E) Epididymis

Answer 3

Spermatogenic cells

Question 4

The ____ produces a milky, alkaline fluid and secretes this fluid into the urethra just before ejaculation to protect the sperm when they enter the acidic environment of the female vagina.

A) bulbourethral gland
B) prostate gland
C) seminal vesicle
D) testis
E) epididymis

Question 5

Each lobule of the testes is filled with ____, which are filled with the spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.

A) spermatogonia
B) spermatocytes
C) seminiferous tubules
D) bulbourethral glands
E) spermatids

Question 6

Which of these secrete mucus during sexual intercourse?

A) Vestibular glands
B) Clitoris
C) Vagina
D) Ovary
E) Fallopian tubes

Question 7

Which structure secretes an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins?

A) Bulbourethral glands
B) Prostate gland
C) Seminal vesicles
D) Testes
E) Epididymis

Question 8

A lower sperm count is a sign of which of the following disorders?

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 9

Which of these conditions can cause pain during bowel movements?

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 10

At the beginning of spermatogenesis, cells are called ____ and contain 46 chromosomes.

A) spermatogenic cells
B) semen
C) spermatogonia
D) spermatocytes
E) sperm cells

Question 11

A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands forms ____.

A) spermatogenic cells
B) spermatogonia
C) spermatogenesis
D) seminal fluid
E) semen

Question 12

Which of the following are considered the primary organs of the male reproductive system because they produce sperm and testosterone?

A) Testes
B) Bulbourethral glands
C) Seminiferous tubules
D) Spermatogenic cells
E) Seminal vesicles

Question 13

In the female reproductive system, what "catches" the ovum as it leaves an ovary?

A) Vestibular glands
B) Infundibulum
C) Vagina
D) Urethra
E) Cervix

Question 14

What surrounds the proximal urethra in the male?

A) Bulbourethral gland
B) Prostate gland
C) Seminal vesicle
D) Testis
E) Epididymis

Question 15

Which of the following is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse?

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 16

For which disorder are Pap smears often effective in early detection?

A) Cervical cancer
B) Cervicitis
C) Dysmenorrhea
D) Ovarian cancer
E) Endometrial cancer

Question 17

Which of these structures of the female reproductive system produces progesterone and estrogen?

A) Fallopian tube
B) Cervix
C) Vagina
D) Ovary
E) Uterus

Question 18

Which of the following makes a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse?

A) Testes
B) Bulbourethral glands
C) Seminiferous tubules
D) Spermatogenic cells
E) Prostate gland

Question 19

A lump in the testes can be caused by ____.

A) testicular cancer
B) impotence
C) prostate cancer
D) prostatitis
E) benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 20

The ____ provides a passageway for delivery of offspring as well as for uterine secretions.

A) vestibular gland
B) infundibulum
C) vagina
D) ovary
E) fallopian tube

Question 21

The signs and symptoms of ____ are usually mild or indistinct until the disease has spread to other organs, making early detection difficult.

A) breast cancer
B) cervical cancer
C) cervicitis
D) dysmenorrheal
E) ovarian cancer

Question 22

Which period of pregnancy includes weeks 2-8?

A) Embryonic
B) Cleavage
C) Neonatal
D) Fetal
E) Prenatal

Question 23

The ____ period includes week 9 until delivery.

A) embryonic
B) cleavage
C) neonatal
D) fetal
E) prenatal

Question 24

Which of the following gives rise to epithelial tissues only?

A) Amnion
B) Ectoderm
C) Mesoderm
D) Endoderm
E) Yolk sac

Question 25

Which of these is the rapid cell division of the zygote?

A) Embryo
B) Amnion
C) Morula
D) Blastocyst
E) Cleavage

Question 26

Which of these makes new blood cells for the fetus?

A) Yolk sac
B) Amnion
C) Umbilical cord
D) Mesoderm
E) Ectoderm

Question 27

Which of the following disorders may cause a discharge from the nipples?

A) Breast cancer
B) Cervical cancer
C) Cervicitis
D) Dysmenorrhea
E) Ovarian cancer

Question 28

The ____ is the protective sac around the embryo.

A) yolk sac
B) amnion
C) umbilical cord
D) mesoderm
E) ectoderm

Question 29

Which of these implants in the wall of the uterus?

A) Embryo
B) Ovum
C) Morula
D) Blastocyst
E) Zygote

Question 30

The middle layer of the embryo that becomes connective tissue is the ____.

A) amnion
B) ectoderm
C) mesoderm
D) endoderm
E) yolk sac

Question 31

____ is caused by blood-sucking insects.

A) Herpes simplex 2
B) Crabs
C) Trichomoniasis
D) Chlamydia
E) Gonorrhea

Question 32

What is the medical term for cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities?

A) Cervical cancer
B) Cervicitis
C) Dysmenorrhea
D) Ovarian cancer
E) Fibroids

Question 33

Which STI causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum and for which there is no treatment that will cure it?

A) Herpes simplex 2
B) Crabs
C) Trichomoniasis
D) Chlamydia
E) Syphilis

Question 34

What is the medical term for benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall?

A) Endometriosis
B) Fibroids
C) Cervicitis
D) Vaginitis
E) Cervical cancer

Question 35

In which of the following disorders do the tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus?

A) Endometriosis
B) Fibroids
C) Cervicitis
D) Vaginitis
E) Dysmenorrhea

Question 36

Which of the following travels down the fallopian tubes to the uterus and becomes a blastocyst?

A) Embryo
B) Fetus
C) Morula
D) Cleavage
E) Zygote

Question 37

Which of the following is caused by bacteria?

A) Herpes simplex 2
B) Crabs
C) Trichomoniasis
D) Chlamydia
E) AIDS

Question 38

A parasitic protozoan causes ____.

A) herpes simplex 2
B) crabs
C) trichomoniasis
D) chlamydia
E) gonorrhea

Question 39

An inflammation of the cervix is ____.

A) endometriosis
B) fibroids
C) cervicitis
D) vaginitis
E) dysmenorrhea

Question 40

An abnormal amount of vaginal discharge is associated with ____.

A) ovarian cancer
B) fibroids
C) endometriosis
D) vaginitis
E) dysmenorrhea

Question 41

During fetal development, the ____ is located between the pulmonary trunk and the aorta.

A) foramen ovale
B) ductus arteriosus
C) ductus venosus
D) amnion
E) extraembryonic cavity

Question 42

Decreased levels of the hormone ________ can cause male infertility.

Question 43

Which form of contraception prevents implantation of the blastocyst?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) IUD
E) Chemical barriers

Question 44

Which of these is located between the right and left atria during fetal development?

A) Foramen ovale
B) Ductus arteriosus
C) Ductus venosus
D) Amnion
E) Pulmonary trunk

Question 45

Which method of contraception contains low doses of estrogen or progesterone?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) Tubal ligation
E) Chemical barriers

Question 46

The hormone ________ causes the uterine lining to thicken.

Question 47

In fetal development, the ____ allows blood to bypass the liver.

A) foramen ovale
B) ductus arteriosus
C) ductus venosus
D) amnion
E) pulmonary trunk

Question 48

Lee comes to the clinic with flu-like symptoms and general malaise. Upon testing, it is noted that he has a Pneumocystis carinii infection. You might expect the physician to order further tests to rule out which of the following conditions?

A) Gonorrhea
B) Syphilis
C) AIDS
D) Herpes simplex
E) Testicular cancer

Question 49

Two hormones essential to effective breast-feeding are prolactin and ________.

Question 50

In the female cycle, it is the falling levels of estrogen and ________ that cause the uterine lining to break down and menses to start.

Question 51

The cell that is formed by the union of the sperm and egg is called a(n) ________.

Question 52

Marilyn is a patient at the OB/GYN clinic where you work. After two years of trying, she has failed to become pregnant. She has had extensive testing, which did not turn up any abnormalities. However, she says, "I know there must be something wrong with me. My husband says it has to be my fault, because men never have fertility problems." How should you respond?

A) "Don't worry; we will keep on testing until we find out exactly what your problem is."
B) "Actually, 35% of the time, infertility is due to male causes."
C) "There is nothing more we can do for you here; have you considered therapy?"
D) "Your husband is wrong; there is nothing wrong with you, so there must be something wrong with him."
E) "If you want to get pregnant, you have to start thinking more positively."

Question 53

Lack of ovulation is one cause of female ________.

Question 54

Geneva is 8 months pregnant when she finds out that she has acquired the herpes simplex 2 virus. She is looking forward to having the baby and plans a natural childbirth at a nearby birthing facility. What is the greatest danger with this plan?

A) Geneva may die in childbirth if she is having a herpes outbreak at the time.
B) Her husband may leave her if the baby is born with herpes.
C) There are no particular dangers, as long as both mother and baby receive antiviral medication.
D) Geneva may have trouble delivering the baby naturally because she has herpes.
E) Natural childbirth may cause the baby to contract the virus, with potentially fatal results.

Question 55

Barth has been diagnosed with syphilis. While the physician was explaining the treatment course, you could tell that Barth was scared. After the physician left the room, Barth whispers, "I have heard the stories about syphilis! It can cause brain damage!" What is your best response to Barth?

A) "Only about 40% of people who have syphilis sustain brain damage from the disease."
B) "Yes, but effects on the brain occur in the tertiary stage-you have plenty of years before that happens."
C) "The physician will recommend an excellent neurologist to manage your disease."
D) "Syphilis is treatable with penicillin; if you follow the treatment regimen, you should not have brain damage."
E) "At least you know in advance, so you can arrange for a durable power of attorney."

Question 56

The female reproductive cycle is initiated when the pituitary gland releases ________.

Question 57

Which of these gives rise to nervous tissue?

A) Amnion
B) Ectoderm
C) Mesoderm
D) Endoderm
E) Yolk sac

Question 58

Which form of contraception requires the male to withdraw before ejaculation?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Coitus interruptus
D) IUD
E) Oral contraceptives

Question 59

Which method of contraception relies on abstinence from intercourse when the female is ovulating?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) IUD
E) Coitus interruptus

Question 60

The diaphragm is an example of a(n) ____.

A) rhythm method
B) mechanical barrier
C) oral contraceptive
D) IUD
E) chemical barrier

Question 61

Number 5 on the figure of the female reproductive system represents the ________.

Question 62

Number 13 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 63

Number 8 on the figure shows the _______ ________ which is not part of the male reproductive system.

Question 64

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 3 represents the ________.

Question 65

On the figure of the male reproductive system, number 14 shows the ________.

Question 66

Number 5 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 67

Number 11 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.

Question 68

Number 1 on the figure of the female reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 69

The structure indicated by number 1 in the figure is the ________.

Question 70

Number 2 on the figure represents the ________.

Question 71

The ________ is shown at number 6 on the figure of the male reproductive system.

Question 72

Women over the age of 40 have less than a(n) ________% chance of conceiving each month.

Question 73

Number 10 on the figure of the male reproductive system represents the ________.

Question 74

On the figure of the male reproductive system, number 12 identifies the ________.

Question 75

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 4 shows the ________.

Question 76

Number 15 on the figure of the male reproductive system represents the _______.

Question 77

Number 3 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.

Question 78

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 2 indicates the ________.

Question 79

Number 4 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 80

Number 7 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.