Deck 8: Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Question 1

Which of the following are the major health risks associated with the combination pill?

A) Spotting between periods and heavier periods
B) Breast cysts and breast cancer
C) Blood clots and elevated blood pressure
D) Nausea and digestive problems

Answer 1

Blood clots and elevated blood pressure

Question 2

Which of the following forms of birth control must be fitted and inserted into the uterus by a physician?

A) Diaphragm
B) Cervical cap
C) Female condom
D) IUD

Answer 2

IUD

Question 3

Which of the following is True about the cervical cap?

A) It is made of latex.
B) It need not be fitted by a medical practitioner.
C) It must be kept in place for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse.
D) Spermicide should not be used in conjunction with the cervical cap.

Answer 3

It must be kept in place for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse.

Question 4

The highest rates of effectiveness for emergency contraceptive pills occur when they are taken within what time frame after unprotected intercourse?

A) 24 hours
B) 48 hours
C) 3 days
D) 5 days

Question 5

A fertilized ovum in the fallopian tube is a known as a(n)

A) fetus
B) egg
C) blastocyst
D) zygote

Question 6

What is the earliest point after conception that a home pregnancy test can be used to confirm pregnancy?

A) 1 week later
B) 2 weeks later
C) 3 weeks later
D) 4 weeks later

Question 7

Jamie wants to completely protect herself from STIs and the risk of pregnancy. The best contraceptive method for her would be

A) withdrawal.
B) abstinence.
C) IUD.
D) a contraceptive patch.

Question 8

Which of the following groups of women using oral contraceptives has the highest risk for stroke?

A) Teenagers using progestin-only pills
B) Women over 35 who smoke
C) Healthy women over 35
D) Teenagers who smoke

Question 9

Which of the following birth control methods would be an appropriate choice for a couple whose religious beliefs prohibit them from using conventional forms of birth control?

A) Fertility awareness methods
B) Surgical methods
C) Barrier methods
D) Hormonal methods

Question 10

A significant benefit of using condoms is that they

A) are rarely used inconsistently.
B) have been proven to be 100% effective in preventing pregnancy.
C) are inexpensive and include spermicide.
D) prevent the spread of some sexually transmitted infections.

Question 11

Which contraceptive is most associated with urinary tract infections?

A) Male condom
B) Female condom
C) Spermicide
D) IUD

Question 12

If a woman inserts the cervical cap and leaves it in place more than 48 hours, she increases her risk of

A) a vaginal yeast infection.
B) pregnancy.
C) elevated blood pressure.
D) toxic shock syndrome.

Question 13

A woman will release an egg from one of her two ovaries how frequently, on average?

A) Every 7 days
B) Every 14 days
C) Every 28 days
D) Every 32 days

Question 14

Gina uses a hormonal contraceptive that has the effect of reducing her menstrual periods to one every three months. Gina most likely uses

A) combination birth control pills.
B) Seasonale or Seasonique pills.
C) the Ortho Evra patch.
D) Depo-Provera injections.

Question 15

The Mirena IUD must be replaced how often to ensure effectiveness?

A) Once a year
B) Every 3 years
C) Every 5 years
D) Every 7 years

Question 16

After the birth of her third child, Jenna had a laparoscopic surgical procedure to make her sterile. Which procedure did she most likely have?

A) Hysterectomy
B) Tubal ligation
C) Vasectomy
D) Hysterotomy

Question 17

Jane is using progestin-only pills. Which of the following best explains how this form of birth control protects her from an unplanned pregnancy?

A) It prevents the release of an egg.
B) It kills sperm.
C) It thickens cervical mucus and interferes with implantation.
D) It creates a barrier to prevent sperm from reaching an egg.

Question 18

Which of the following can cause condoms to be less effective?

A) Storing them in a location that reaches a cool temperature.
B) Storing them in a location that reaches a high temperature.
C) Using contraceptive jelly as a lubricant.
D) Using condoms that are not made of latex.

Question 19

When used consistently and correctly, the male condom is how effective in preventing pregnancy?

A) Up to 90%
B) Up to 95%
C) Up to 98%
D) 100%

Question 20

Which health risk is associated with long-term use of Depo-Provera contraceptive injections?

A) Weight gain and obesity
B) Irregular bleeding
C) Loss of bone density
D) Heavier periods

Question 21

Shannon gained 27 pounds during her pregnancy. Approximately how much of her gain represents the weight of a normal-birth-weight baby?

A) 4 to 5 pounds
B) 6 to 8 pounds
C) 7 to 10 pounds
D) 8 to 12 pounds

Question 22

Which imaging procedure is used to determine the size and position of a growing fetus?

A) Ultrasound
B) X-ray
C) CT scan
D) Amniocentesis

Question 23

Which type of abortion involves the use of one or more drugs?

A) Medical
B) Surgical
C) Emergency
D) Illegal

Question 24

Smoking during pregnancy harms the fetus by

A) raising the mother's blood pressure.
B) restricting blood supply, oxygen, and nutrients to the fetus.
C) causing facial deformities and developmental disabilities.
D) increasing the effects of over-the-counter medications.

Question 25

Why is it so important for a pregnant woman to consume folic acid before and during early pregnancy?

A) Folic acid reduces the risk of a low-birth-weight baby.
B) Folic acid reduces the risk of type 1 diabetes in a baby.
C) Folic acid reduces the risk of spina bifida in a baby.
D) Folic acid reduces the risk of congenital heart disease in a baby.

Question 26

Which of the following is a risk related to having a baby after the age of 35?

A) Older mothers-to-be are more conscientious about following medical advice.
B) Older mothers-to-be have more maturity and often more financial resources.
C) The risk of birth defects increases.
D) The risk of psychological problems increases.

Question 27

In addition to obstetrician-gynecologists, which other licensed health care professional has specialized trained in prenatal care and deliveries?

A) Registered nurse
B) Family practitioner
C) Internal medicine specialist
D) Midwife

Question 28

At what point in pregnancy is an embryo referred to as a fetus?

A) At the beginning of the first month of pregnancy
B) After 7 weeks of pregnancy
C) At the beginning of the third month of pregnancy
D) After 10 weeks of pregnancy

Question 29

Which of the following hormones detected in a woman's urine will result in a positive home pregnancy test result?

A) Estrogen
B) HCG
C) Progesterone
D) FSH

Question 30

Late in her second trimester, Marcy's blood pressure is elevated, and her hands and face are markedly swollen. She most likely has

A) eclampsia.
B) ectopic pregnancy.
C) preeclampsia.
D) postpartum depression.

Question 31

A miscarriage is also known as

A) accidental abortion.
B) spontaneous abortion.
C) eclampsia.
D) a D&C.

Question 32

Gillian is at the stage of birth where the cervix becomes fully dilated, and the baby's head begins to move into the vagina. Which stage is this?

A) Transition
B) Expulsion
C) Dilation
D) Contraction

Question 33

All fetal organ systems are in place at the start of the

A) first month.
B) second month.
C) third month.
D) fourth month.

Question 34

Gestational diabetes and high blood pressure can result from

A) delivery complications.
B) excessive weight gain during pregnancy.
C) a family history of heart disease.
D) lack of exercise during pregnancy.

Question 35

Greta is 38 years old and 15 weeks into her first pregnancy. Which test will her doctor recommend to detect any genetic abnormalities in the fetus?

A) Ultrasound
B) Amniocentesis
C) Blood glucose screen
D) Chorionic villus sampling

Question 36

The most common genetic abnormality that amniocentesis can identify is

A) congenital heart disease.
B) fetal alcohol syndrome.
C) gestational diabetes.
D) Down syndrome.

Question 37

At her first prenatal visit, Sophia tells her doctor that she loves to drink wine. What advice about alcohol consumption during pregnancy will her doctor most likely give?

A) Limit consumption to one glass per day.
B) Limit consumption to two glasses per day.
C) Limit consumption to one glass per week.
D) Abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.

Question 38

The period of greatest fetal growth is the

A) first trimester.
B) second trimester.
C) third trimester.
D) first month.

Question 39

In the United States, which type of abortions are illegal unless the mother's life or health is in danger?

A) First trimester
B) Second trimester
C) Third trimester
D) Over ten weeks gestation

Question 40

The cervical mucus, body temperature, and calendar methods of birth control are based on

A) abstinence from sex.
B) hormonal manipulation.
C) religious beliefs.
D) tracking ovulation.

Question 41

For conception to occur, the following are necessary: a viable egg, a viable sperm, and access to the egg by the sperm.

Question 42

Which contraceptive method used by women consists of a pad of foam containing spermicide?

A) Cervical cap
B) Contraceptive sponge
C) Female condom
D) IUD

Question 43

The minipill contains only one synthetic hormone, an estrogen.

Question 44

Vasectomies have been shown to decrease male sexual performance.

Question 45

Which contraceptive methods prevent the meeting of egg and sperm?

A) Barrier methods
B) Hormonal methods
C) Behavioral methods
D) Surgical methods

Question 46

Which of the following is the most common cause of female infertility in the United States?

A) Pelvic inflammatory disease
B) Gonorrhea
C) Polycystic ovary syndrome
D) Endometriosis

Question 47

Ectopic pregnancy is a potential side effect of

A) gonorrhea.
B) gestational diabetes.
C) pelvic inflammatory disease.
D) eclampsia.

Question 48

Sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women.

Question 49

When used correctly, the female condom provides protection against some sexually transmitted infections and HIV.

Question 50

An antigen present in the red blood cells of the majority of people is known as the

A) Rh factor.
B) immune determinant.
C) hemolytic factor.
D) hemoglobin count.

Question 51

A woman who has had a hysterectomy no longer has her uterus.

Question 52

Which sterilization procedure involves cutting the vas deferens and either tying off or cauterizing the ends?

A) Tubal ligation
B) Hysterotomy
C) Hysterectomy
D) Vasectomy

Question 53

A woman who undergoes a tubal ligation will no longer have menstrual periods.

Question 54

The leading cause of death among infants 1-12 months of age is

A) heart defects.
B) genetic defects.
C) HIV/AIDS.
D) SIDS.

Question 55

Some contraceptive methods protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 56

A substance, situation, or disease with the ability to cause birth defects is known as

A) allergenic.
B) genetic.
C) teratogenic.
D) toxic.

Question 57

Petroleum jelly is an effective lubricant for use with condoms.

Question 58

Sperm survive an average of 48-72 hours in the fallopian tubes.

Question 59

The most common cause of male infertility is

A) STIs.
B) misshapen sperm.
C) low sperm count.
D) low sperm motility.

Question 60

How does endometriosis decrease a woman's fertility?

A) By creating scar tissue in the fallopian tubes.
B) Parts of the uterine lining migrate to block the fallopian tubes.
C) By blocking sperm migration.
D) The ovaries stop functioning, thereby preventing ovulation.

Question 61

Physicians recommend that women abstain from alcohol and all drugs during pregnancy.

Question 62

Suction curettage abortion can be performed up to the fourteenth week of pregnancy.

Question 63

Use of painkilling medications during labor and delivery is not the best choice because it increases risks to the baby.

Question 64

It is possible for a woman whose partner has had a vasectomy to become pregnant up to one month later.

Question 65

Massaging, fondling, and kissing are forms of "outercourse."

Question 66

A vasectomy affects sexual response in 50 percent of men who undergo this procedure.

Question 67

An intrauterine device (IUD) is effective immediately after it is placed in the uterus.

Question 68

Worldwide, abortion rates have declined as access to and use of contraception has increased.

Question 69

The contraceptive patch offers protection against HIV and other STIs.

Question 70

Excessive weight gain during pregnancy can lead to complications, so an overweight woman who becomes pregnant should attempt to lose weight before her delivery date.

Question 71

A woman taking fertility drugs is more likely to conceive twins.

Question 72

Fertility awareness methods of birth control offer no protection against STIs.

Question 73

Withdrawal, or coitus interruptus, is a reliable and effective contraceptive method.

Question 74

Preconception care is equally important for the mother-to-be and father-to-be.

Question 75

The Implanon contraceptive implant provides protection from pregnancy and HIV.

Question 76

Studies have shown that an abortion causes long-term psychological trauma for a woman.

Question 77

The emergency contraceptive pill is 100 percent effective when taken up to 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

Question 78

Postpartum depression is the same as "baby blues" and is common in new mothers.

Question 79

In induction abortion, chemicals are injected into the uterus and the fetus and placenta are expelled after 24-48 hours.

Question 80

Mifepristone is the same as the "morning after" pill.