Deck 21: Reproductive System

Question 1

Chancroid, a disorder of the reproductive system, is:

A) A painless swelling of the scrotum
B) A contagious bacterial infection characterized by painful sores in the genital area
C) The most common sexually transmitted disease
D) Failure of the testes to descend into the scrotal sac before birth
E) An age-associated condition in men in which the prostate grows and may stiffen

Answer 1

A contagious bacterial infection characterized by painful sores in the genital area

Question 2

Orchitis, a disorder of the reproductive system, is:

A) An inflammation of the testes usually resulting from sexually transmitted infection or mumps
B) A whitish vaginal discharge
C) A narrowing of the foreskin of the glans penis
D) Caused by spirochete bacteria
E) Caused by one type of human papillomavirus

Answer 2

An inflammation of the testes usually resulting from sexually transmitted infection or mumps

Question 3

Herpes simplex virus infection, or genital herpes, is:

A) A condition that may develop in an Rh+ fetus of an Rh- mother who has developed antibodies against the Rh blood protein
B) A growth of endometrial tissue in an area other than the uterus
C) A bacterial infection that is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted diseases
D) Caused by one type of human papillomavirus
E) Caused by a virus and results in blisters that open into painful sores

Answer 3

Caused by a virus and results in blisters that open into painful sores

Question 4

Chlamydia, caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, is:

A) A painless swelling of the scrotum
B) A contagious bacterial infection characterized by painful sores in the genital area
C) The most common sexually transmitted disease
D) Failure of the testes to descend into the scrotal sac before birth
E) An age-associated condition in men in which the prostate grows and may stiffen

Question 5

Uteropexy, with regard to the reproductive system, is:

A) Outside of the normal location
B) Removal of the testes
C) Fixation of the uterus
D) Removal of the prostate
E) Repair of the vagina

Question 6

In the first 6 to 8 weeks after delivery of the baby, the mother is considered to be ____________________.

Question 7

Cryptorchidism, a disorder of the reproductive system, is:

A) A painless swelling of the scrotum
B) A contagious bacterial infection characterized by painful sores in the genital area
C) The most common sexually transmitted disease
D) Failure of the testes to descend into the scrotal sac before birth
E) An age-associated condition in men in which the prostate grows and may stiffen

Question 8

The ____________________ are folds of adipose tissue that protect the vaginal opening.

Question 9

____________________ is a procedure that removes a small amount of amniotic fluid between weeks 16 and 20 of the pregnancy.

Question 10

Endometriosis, a disorder of the reproductive system, is:

A) A condition that may develop in an Rh+ fetus of an Rh- mother who has developed antibodies against the Rh blood protein
B) A growth of endometrial tissue in an area other than the uterus
C) A bacterial infection that is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted diseases
D) Caused by one type of human papillomavirus
E) Caused by a virus and results in blisters that open into painful sores

Question 11

One of the most common methods of assessment of the male reproductive system is ____________________.

Question 12

What virus is the most important risk factor for the development of cervical cancer?

A) Herpes simplex I
B) Herpes zoster
C) Enterovirus
D) Human papillomavirus (HPV)
E) All of the above

Question 13

Expulsion of semen is called ____________________.

Question 14

Orchiectomy, with regard to the reproductive system, is:

A) Outside of the normal location
B) Removal of the testes
C) Fixation of the uterus
D) Removal of the prostate
E) Repair of the vagina

Question 15

The ____________________, about 4 to 5 cm in length, produce sperm.

Question 16

Colporrhaphy, with regard to the reproductive system, is:

A) Outside of the normal location
B) Removal of the testes
C) Fixation of the uterus
D) Removal of the prostate
E) Repair of the vagina

Question 17

The ____________________ are glands that produce eggs and the hormones estrogen and progesterone.

Question 18

Gonorrhea, a disorder of the reproductive system, is:

A) A condition that may develop in an Rh+ fetus of an Rh- mother who has developed antibodies against the Rh blood protein
B) A growth of endometrial tissue in an area other than the uterus
C) A bacterial infection that is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted diseases
D) Caused by one type of human papillomavirus
E) Caused by a virus and results in blisters that open into painful sores

Question 19

The ____________________ is a tube on the surface of each testis that stores the sperm while they mature.

Question 20

The ____________________ transport the mature ovum from the ovary to the uterus.

Question 21

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Describe the three stages of delivery.

Question 22

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Explain the relationship of the terms zygote, morula, blastocyst, embryo, and fetus.

Question 23

Match the numbered word below with the best definition.
a.Located away from normal position
b.Sexual union
c.Unable to produce offspring
d.Normal flow of blood and uterine lining that occurs in cycles in women
e.Tissue composed of threadlike, fibrous structures
f.Onset of pregnancy; union of sperm and egg (ovum)
g.Production and secretion of milk by the mammary glands (breasts)
h.Development of young from conception to birth; pregnancy
i.Capable of becoming rigid and elevated when filled with blood
j.Reproductive organ
1.Conception
2.Ectopic
3.Erectile
4.Fibroid
5.Genital
6.Gestation
7.Intercourse
8.Lactation
9.Menses
10.Sterile

Question 24

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Discuss human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and the new vaccine to prevent it.

Question 25

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What is the amniotic sac, and what is its purpose?

Question 26

Investigate the number of teenage pregnancies that occur in the United States annually.What are some effects on the young mothers' lives?

Question 27

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What is the mortality rate of men afflicted with testicular cancer?

Question 28

What are some methods to prevent sexually transmitted diseases? Which is the most effective?

Question 29

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Explain the process of the menstrual cycle.

Question 30

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Describe the structure and function of the reproductive system.

Question 31

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Explain assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatments.

Question 32

What costs are involved with in vitro fertilization? How effective is the process?

Question 33

Breast cancer affects one in every eight women.Outline the processes for the available breast cancer treatments and the effects, as well as the effectiveness, of these treatments.

Question 34

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
In addition to producing sperm, what is another function of the testes?

Question 35

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Describe the process of a "closed" fetal procedure.

Question 36

Investigate the cost of surgery, radiation treatment, and chemotherapy for the treatment of cervical cancer.

Question 37

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are some causes of infertility?

Question 38

Investigate some local organizations that help raise money to fight breast cancer.What are some activities used to help raise money?

Question 39

Painful menstrual cramping, called ____________________, is often due to hormonal imbalance and faulty uterine structure.

Question 41

Write an expository outlining the various types of contraceptive methods and the effectiveness of each.