Deck 7: Contraception and Abortion

Question 1

How does the vaginal ring work?

A)It kills sperm as they swim up the fallopian tubes.
B)It stops sperm from secreting hyaluronidase.
C)It contains hormones that inhibit ovulation.
D)It prevents men from ejaculating.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following is a hormonal method of contraception?

A)the rhythm method
B)the spermicidal cream method
C)the vaginal ring method
D)the withdrawal method

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which of the following is true of Plan B?

A)Its action is almost always to prevent pregnancy,not to cause abortion.
B)It protects women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)It is yet to be approved by the FDA because of its high failure rate.
D)It is most effective when taken 5 days after intercourse.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

The birth control pill works mainly by

A)preventing sperm from dissolving the zona pellucidA.
B)killing sperm before they enter the fallopian tubes.
C)raising estrogen levels so that the woman does not ovulate.
D)lowering progesterone levels and thinning cervical mucus.

Question 5

Margaret Sanger devoted much of her life to bringing contraceptive information to women.In doing so,she violated the _____,which classified information on contraceptives as obscene and criminalized the usage of postal services to disseminate related knowledge.

A)Confederation Act
B)Comstock Act of 1873
C)Miranda Act
D)Prohibition Act of 1920

Question 6

How do contraceptive implants work?

A)They cause the thinning of the cervical mucus.
B)They stimulate ovulation.
C)They inhibit the growth of the endometrium.
D)They permanently block the fallopian tubes.

Question 7

Which of the following is true of the triphasic pills?

A)They comprise equal amounts of progesterone,testosterone,and estrogen.
B)They try to reduce total hormone exposure.
C)They are intended to increase women's exposure to hormones threefold.
D)They contain three times the level of estrogens than that of combination pills.

Question 8

Which of the following is true of the contraceptive,ella?

A)It is a type of pill for emergency contraception.
B)Its action is primarily to cause abortion.
C)It stimulates the growth of the endometrium.
D)It contains only progestin.

Question 9

Which of the following is an advantage of using contraceptive implants?

A)It prevents the occurrence of amenorrhea in women.
B)It is ideal for women who have adverse reactions to progestin-only pills.
C)It does not alter the menstrual bleeding patterns in women.
D)It requires no reliance on memory for 3 years.

Question 10

A friend of yours wants to know about the patch as a method of contraception.Based on what you have learned from the text,you would tell her that the patch

A)is most effective in women weighing over 200 pounds.
B)has to be changed on a daily basis.
C)can be used with immediate effect.
D)administers hormones transdermally.

Question 11

Which of the following is an advantage of progestin-only pills?

A)They can be taken by women in the first six weeks after birth when breast-feeding.
B)They have a typical-user failure rate that is distinctly lower than that of combination pills.
C)They regularize the menstrual cycles of women who take them regularly.
D)They are a safer alternative to combination pills for women over 35 who smoke.

Question 12

Which of the following is a shortcoming of birth control pills?

A)It is a short-term solution and is ineffective if used for more than five years.
B)It is completely not effective in women who have intercourse frequently.
C)It provides women with no protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
D)It causes irreversible infertility in women who take them regularly.

Question 13

_____ was one of the early crusaders for birth control during the early 1900s in the United States.

A)Anthony Comstock
B)James Curley
C)John S.Sumner
D)Margaret Sanger

Question 14

Which of the following is true of contraceptive implants?

A)They are thin rods or tubes containing testosterone.
B)They are effective for 3 years after implantation.
C)They stimulate the growth of the endometrium.
D)Their effect is irreversible in women under 50.

Question 15

A major disadvantage of birth control pills is that

A)it places the entire burden of contraception on the woman.
B)it increases the menstrual flow for women who take them.
C)it makes women more prone to developing endometrial cancer.
D)it causes irreversible infertility in women who take them regularly.

Question 16

Which of the following is true of progestin-only pills?

A)They have a typical-user failure rate that is distinctly lower than that of combination pills.
B)They reduce the production of breast milk and therefore cannot be used by nursing women.
C)They were developed to combat the side effects caused by estrogen in combination pills.
D)They are a poorer alternative to combination pills for women with high blood pressure.

Question 17

Which of the following is an advantage of being on the pill?

A)It decreases women's susceptibility to vaginismus,chlamydia,and vaginitis.
B)It reduces women's menstrual flow and the incidence of menstrual cramps.
C)It has a therapeutic effect on women who suffer from some form of cancer.
D)It can be taken safely by women who are over 35 years and who smoke.

Question 18

In what way are birth control pills more advantageous than condoms,diaphragms,and spermicides?

A)Unlike spermicides,birth control pills do not react with other drugs women might take.
B)Unlike condoms,birth control pills do not interfere with pleasure during sexual intercourse.
C)Unlike diaphragms,birth control pills protect women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
D)Unlike condoms,birth control pills are simple to understand and easy to use.

Question 19

The birth control pill has been criticized because

A)it represents contraceptive overkill for a woman who has intercourse infrequently.
B)it increases the incidence of menstrual cramps in women who take them.
C)its death rate is distinctly higher than that of pregnancy and delivery.
D)it is a short-term solution and is ineffective if used for more than five years.

Question 20

Which of the following is an advantage of Depo-Provera (DMPA)injections?

A)It prevents amenorrheA.
B)It stimulates ovulation.
C)It stimulates the growth of the endometrium.
D)It can relieve anemia due to heavy menstrual periods.

Question 21

Which of the following is true of the intrauterine device (IUD),Mirena?

A)It increases the menstrual flow in most women.
B)It is effective for a period of 10 to 12 years.
C)It cannot be used safely by a woman after having a baby.
D)It releases progesterone directly into the uterus.

Question 22

Which of the following is true of Depo-Provera (DMPA)injections?

A)It is a topically-applied contraceptive gel.
B)It protects women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)It is not ideal for women with blood pressure problems.
D)It can be used to treat endometriosis.

Question 23

In what way does the copper T differ from Mirena?

A)Unlike the copper T,Mirena is U-shaped.
B)Unlike Mirena,the copper T contains progesterone.
C)Unlike the copper T,Mirena reduces the menstrual flow of most women.
D)Unlike Mirena,the copper T prevents women from using tampons.

Question 24

Which of the following is an advantage of the diaphragm?

A)It eliminates the need for spermicidal cream or jelly.
B)It prevents toxic shock syndrome in women unlike the other methods of contraception.
C)It is permanent and needs to be inserted just once in a woman's lifetime.
D)It protects women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs)such as chlamydia.

Question 25

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the diaphragm?

A)It has serious side effects when compared to the pill.
B)It heightens the risk of toxic shock syndrome,if used improperly.
C)It can lead to permanent infertility in women,if used regularly.
D)It raises a woman's susceptibility to sexually transmitted infections (STIs)such as chlamydia.

Question 26

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using contraceptive implants?

A)It may cause amenorrhea in women.
B)It has an extremely high failure rate.
C)It is unsuitable for women who wish to avoid estrogen-related side effects.
D)It is unsuitable for women who wish to conceive later in life.

Question 27

Which of the following is true of the intrauterine device (IUD),the copper T?

A)It reduces the incidence of menstrual cramps in women.
B)It alters the functioning of the enzymes involved in implantation.
C)It has a higher failure rate than birth control pills.
D)It cannot be used safely during menstruation.

Question 28

Jennifer was surprised to find out that she was pregnant since she always used a diaphragm during intercourse.Based on the text,we can assume that the most likely reason why the diaphragm failed was because Jennifer

A)used it in combination with birth control pills.
B)removed it immediately after intercourse.
C)used it in combination with a contraceptive cream or jelly.
D)left it in place for more than 24 hours.

Question 29

The intrauterine device (IUD)prevents pregnancy by

A)killing sperm as they enter the fallopian tubes.
B)preventing sperm from entering the vagina.
C)creating a uterine environment toxic to sperm and eggs.
D)disabling the cilia that facilitate the passage of the eggs.

Question 30

The diaphragm works by

A)releasing progestin,thereby inhibiting the process of ovulation.
B)blocking the entrance to the uterus so that sperm cannot swim up into it.
C)preventing men from ejaculating.
D)preventing the egg from entering the fallopian tube in a woman.

Question 31

Which of the following is true of the contraceptive sponge?

A)It is effective only for an hour after intercourse.
B)It can be left in place safely for over 24 hours.
C)It has a lower failure rate than any other method of contraception.
D)It contains spermicide and is inserted into the vagina like a diaphragm.

Question 32

A(n)_____ is a cap-shaped rubber contraceptive device that fits inside a woman's vagina over the cervix.

A)vaginal ring
B)intrauterine device (IUD)
C)diaphragm
D)sponge

Question 33

Which of the following is true of the intrauterine device (IUD)?

A)It needs to be changed every time a woman has sexual intercourse.
B)It has a failure rate that is much higher than that of the pill.
C)It does not interfere with the use of a tampon during menstruation.
D)It is not safe to use while breast-feeding.

Question 34

In what way are intrauterine devices (IUDs)advantageous?

A)They can be used safely by women while breast-feeding.
B)They protect women from contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)They last indefinitely.
D)They have no side effects.

Question 35

Skyla,the intrauterine device (IUD),remains effective for _____ years.

A)6
B)12
C)3
D)9

Question 36

In what way do the intrauterine device (IUD)and Mirena LNG-IUC resemble each other?

A)They are both T-shaped.
B)They both contain high levels of progesterone.
C)They are both irreversible.
D)They both prevent women from using tampons.

Question 37

Which of the following is an advantage of Depo-Provera (DMPA)injections?

A)It does not affect the endometrium of the woman in any way.
B)It needs to be taken just once in a lifetime as its effect is permanent.
C)It is ideal for women who cannot take the pill because of blood pressure problems.
D)It protects women from contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 38

Which of the following is true of the diaphragm?

A)A woman must be refitted after childbirth due to changes in the size and shape of her vaginA.
B)Coating the diaphragm with spermicidal foam reduces its effectiveness.
C)The diaphragm has a lower failure rate than that of intrauterine devices (IUDs).
D)The diaphragm can be left in place for more than 24 hours with no adverse effects during menstruation.

Question 39

Which of the following is true of FemCap?

A)It is made of polyurethane.
B)It works like the other progestin-only methods.
C)It eliminates the use of spermicides and microbicides.
D)It is made of silicone.

Question 40

FemCap,the sponge,and the diaphragm are all

A)hormonal methods of birth control.
B)intrauterine devices (IUDs).
C)vaginal barrier devices.
D)oral contraceptives.

Question 41

The calendar method,the basal body temperature method,and the cervical mucus method are all variations of the _____ method of birth control.

A)combination pill
B)withdrawal
C)Depo-Provera (DPMA)
D)rhythm

Question 42

When using the calendar method of birth control,women with perfectly regular cycles need to abstain from intercourse from

A)day 18 to day 20.
B)day 1 to day 7.
C)day 10 to day 17.
D)day 21 to day 28.

Question 43

The _____ is the rhythm method of birth control in which the woman determines when she ovulates by keeping a record of the length of her menstrual cycles.

A)calendar method
B)withdrawal method
C)sponge method
D)Depo-Provera (DMPA)method

Question 44

Which of the following is true of condoms?

A)For maximum protection,condoms should be rolled onto the penis just before ejaculation.
B)Condoms do not provide any protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)through semen.
C)A new condom must be used with each act of intercourse.
D)Condoms are foolproof methods of contraception.

Question 45

Which of the following is the least effective contraceptive method?

A)a male condom
B)a female condom
C)a contraceptive implant
D)an intrauterine device (IUD)

Question 46

Which of the following women would be best suited to the calendar method of contraception?

A)Beatrice,who has a cycle that varies from 30 to 48 days
B)Leda,who has amenorrhea
C)Alice,who has a cycle that varies between 28 and 40 days
D)Hannah,who has a consistent 28-day cycle

Question 47

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the withdrawal method of birth control?

A)It requires sexual abstinence during a woman's fertile period.
B)It is unsafe for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
C)It can lead to a lower sperm count in men.
D)It can be psychologically stressful to both the man and the woman.

Question 48

Which of the following is true of condoms and oral contraceptives?

A)Condoms provide more protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)than oral contraceptives.
B)Condoms inhibit the process of ovulation,unlike oral contraceptives.
C)Condoms are foolproof methods of contraception,unlike oral contraceptives.
D)Condoms have more number of side effects than oral contraceptives.

Question 49

Which of the following is true of the diaphragm and the sponge?

A)They cannot be used in conjunction with oral contraceptives.
B)They inhibit the process of ovulation by releasing progesterone.
C)They can lead to toxic shock syndrome if not removed on time.
D)They are ineffective if used in conjunction with spermicidal foam.

Question 50

Which of the following methods of contraception,when used alone,has been found to be the least effective?

A)combination birth control pills
B)implants
C)intrauterine devices (IUDs)
D)spermicides

Question 51

Which of the following is a disadvantage of condoms?

A)They increase the risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
B)They cannot be used in conjunction with a contraceptive foam.
C)They have been known to lessen pleasure during intercourse.
D)They cannot be used in conjunction with birth control pills.

Question 52

Which of the following is true of withdrawal as a method of birth control?

A)It is unsafe for women who are breast-feeding.
B)It protects both men and women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)It is the oldest known form of birth control.
D)It has a very low failure rate.

Question 53

Which of the following is a disadvantage of withdrawal as a method of birth control?

A)It requires exceptional motivation on the part of the man.
B)It results in a lower sperm count in men.
C)It leads to infertility in women when practiced for more than two years.
D)It requires a prescription.

Question 54

_____ are the only methods of birth control officially approved by the Roman Catholic Church.

A)Rhythm methods
B)Birth control pills
C)Contraceptive gels and foams
D)Intrauterine devices (IUDs)

Question 55

A major advantage of spermicides is that they

A)are readily available without prescription in any drugstore.
B)provide protection against bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)need not be used with other forms of contraception.
D)have a very low failure rate.

Question 56

Which of the following methods of contraception is most likely to help protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

A)oral contraceptives
B)intrauterine devices (IUDs)
C)condoms
D)implants

Question 57

The male condom works by

A)preventing ejaculation.
B)preventing the semen from entering the vagina.
C)inhibiting ovulation.
D)inhibiting the production of sperm.

Question 58

A(n)_____ is a contraceptive sheath that is placed over the penis.

A)FemCap
B)intrauterine device (IUD)
C)condom
D)diaphragm

Question 59

Spermicides operate by

A)killing sperm with chemicals.
B)reducing a man's sperm count.
C)inhibiting ovulation.
D)preventing the production of sperm.

Question 60

Which of the following is true of the rhythm method of contraception?

A)It involves abstaining from intercourse during the woman's fertile period.
B)It has a lower failure rate than that of birth control pills and intrauterine devices (IUDs).
C)It protects both men and women from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
D)It is the only form of contraception forbidden by the Roman Catholic Church.

Question 61

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the BBT (basal body temperature)method of contraception?

A)It determines "safe" days only before ovulation.
B)It determines "safe" days only after ovulation.
C)It cannot be used by women with regular menstrual cycles.
D)It cannot be used by women above the age of 25.

Question 62

The _____ is the rhythm method of birth control in which the woman determines when she ovulates by keeping track of her thermal variations.

A)calendar method
B)withdrawal method
C)cervical mucus method
D)basal body temperature (BBT)method

Question 63

Which of the following is true about a vasectomy?

A)It involves permanently blocking a man's Bartholin glands.
B)It involves hospitalizing the man for weeks after the operation.
C)It allows the man to assume contraceptive responsibility.
D)It is a very expensive,long-term method of contraception.

Question 64

The _____ is the rhythm method of birth control which combines the basal body temperature method with the cervical mucus method.

A)calendar method
B)triphasic method
C)oscillatory method
D)sympto-thermal method

Question 65

Which of the following beliefs held by people about vasectomies is erroneous?

A)It does not interfere in any way with sex hormone production.
B)It interferes with both a man's erection and ejaculation.
C)It is a brief and relatively simple procedure.
D)It requires either cutting or tying up the vas deferens.

Question 66

Which of the following is a vasectomy responsible for?

A)It prevents a man from ejaculating.
B)It prevents a man from having an erection.
C)It lowers a man's level of testosterone drastically.
D)It prevents sperm from being in the ejaculate.

Question 67

How is a vasectomy performed?

A)It requires the removal of both Cowper's and Tyson's glands.
B)It involves the surgical removal of the corpus cavernosa.
C)It centers on the removal of the foreskin in uncircumcised men.
D)It requires either the cutting or the tying up of the vas deferens.

Question 68

Which of the following is true of sterilization?

A)It is a permanent form of birth control.
B)It is an easily reversible form of birth control.
C)It has a high failure rate as a method of birth control.
D)It is probably the most ancient form of birth control.

Question 69

A(n)_____ is the willful termination of a pregnancy.

A)miscarriage
B)abortion
C)spermicide
D)infanticide

Question 70

Which of the following is an advantage of female sterilization?

A)It does not interfere with the production of female sex hormones.
B)It protects women from contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
C)It hastens the onset of menopause in most women.
D)It has a higher failure rate than that of the birth control pills.

Question 71

Which of the following is true about the rhythm method of birth control?

A)It can be adopted at the spur of the moment.
B)It has a high failure rate.
C)It does not involve periods of abstinence.
D)It is best suited for women with irregular cycles.

Question 72

The male sterilization operation is called a _____.

A)panhysterectomy
B)vasectomy
C)hysterectomy
D)ovariectomy

Question 73

Which of the following is involved in female sterilization?

A)removing the uterus
B)removing the ovaries
C)blocking the fallopian tubes
D)blocking the vagina

Question 74

Which of the following is true of female sterilization?

A)It is reversible in some cases because of technological advances.
B)It interferes with the production of estrogen and progesterone.
C)It cannot be performed through laparoscopic surgery.
D)It cannot be performed after a woman has given birth.

Question 75

Which of the following is an advantage of vasectomies?

A)Vasectomies are always effective right after they are performed.
B)Vasectomies are essentially 100 percent effective.
C)Vasectomies are temporary and easily reversed.
D)Vasectomies protect the man from contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 76

Which of the following is a disadvantage of female sterilization?

A)It interferes with the production of female sex hormones.
B)It offers no protection from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)It is temporary and does not prevent pregnancy in the long run.
D)It has a high failure rate.

Question 77

A vasectomy

A)is a male sterilization procedure in which the vas deferens is either cut or tied.
B)requires weeks of hospitalization to ensure total recovery.
C)inhibits sex hormone production.
D)results in the sterility of males the moment the procedure is complete.

Question 78

Which of the following is true of the effectiveness of vasectomies?

A)Vasectomies are not always effective right after they are performed.
B)Vasectomies have a higher failure rate than that of birth control pills.
C)Vasectomies are only effective when performed on men under 30.
D)Vasectomies have a higher failure rate than that of contraceptive foams.

Question 79

Which of the following is the most effective means of contraception?

A)the contraceptive foam
B)FemCap
C)a vasectomy
D)the withdrawal method

Question 80

Which of the following is a disadvantage of vasectomies?

A)They require long periods of abstinence.
B)They have a high failure rate.
C)They are not easily reversed.
D)They prevent men from ejaculating.