Question 1

When the wife is infertile or incapable of carrying a child,a couple may opt for _________,wherein a woman volunteers to carry the baby of the couple and give it to them at the time of birth.

Accepted Answer

When a couple is unable to conceive or carry a baby to full term, they may opt for surrogate motherhood, wherein a woman agrees to carry the baby to term for them. This method ensures that the baby is biologically the child of at least one of the parents and allows the couple to have a genetic connection with their child. The other options, like donor-based artificial insemination or adoption, may not provide the same level of genetic connection or control over the pregnancy and childbirth process. Volunteer gamete transfer is not a recognized medical procedure.

Question 2

Which of the following is(are)effect(s)on couples from the inability to conceive a child?

Accepted Answer

The inability to conceive a child can lead to lowered self-esteem as individuals may feel inadequate or like they are not fulfilling societal expectations. It can also lead to a diminished sense of control over their lives as they may feel like their future is uncertain and out of their hands. Additionally, the stress and emotions surrounding fertility issues can contribute to increased marital conflict. Therefore, all of the above choices are effects on couples from the inability to conceive a child.

Question 3

In most nations,including the U.S.,if people could have only one child,more would prefer which sex?

Accepted Answer

This is a culturally sensitive question as preferences may vary between different nations and cultures. However, studies have shown that in many nations, including the United States, more people would prefer to have a boy rather than a girl if they were limited to having just one child. This is likely due to cultural expectations and beliefs about gender roles and the future opportunities of male and female children. It is important to note that this preference does not reflect the values and beliefs of everyone in these nations and there are many families who are happy with whichever gender their child is.

Question 4

In a procedure called _________,eggs are removed from the woman's body,fertilized with sperm in a laboratory,and the resulting embryo is then implanted in the woman's uterus.

Accepted Answer

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a procedure where eggs are retrieved from a woman's body, fertilized with sperm outside of the body in a laboratory dish, and then the resulting embryos are transferred back into the woman's uterus. This is different from artificial insemination, where sperm is directly injected into a woman's uterus, and from gamete transfer or zygote transfer, which are not commonly used fertility treatments.

Question 5

The second stage in the process of coping with infertility is:

Accepted Answer

The second stage in the process of coping with infertility is denial. At this stage, individuals may refuse to believe that they are infertile or may try to find alternative explanations for their inability to conceive. They may also delay seeking medical intervention and may resist accepting the reality of their situation.

Question 6

The final stage in the process of coping with infertility is:

Accepted Answer

The final stage in the process of coping with infertility is resolution, which means coming to terms with one's infertility and finding ways to move forward with that knowledge. Denial, guilt, and loss are all earlier stages in the process, but resolution is the ultimate goal.

Question 7

Most people's first reaction upon discovering that they are infertile is:

Accepted Answer

Infertility is often unexpected, so the initial reaction is typically surprise.

Question 8

"Baby M," who was born to a surrogate mother,was eventually awarded by the courts to:

Accepted Answer

The couple who contracted with the surrogate mother to bear the child were eventually awarded custody of Baby M by the courts. The case set a legal precedent for surrogacy agreements in the United States.

Question 9

Over the last 100 years,the birth rate in the United States has:

Accepted Answer

The birth rate in the United States has declined considerably over the last 100 years. In the early 1900s, the birth rate was around 30 to 40 births per 1,000 people, but by 2018, the birth rate had dropped to its lowest level ever at 11.6 births per 1,000 people. This decline is mostly due to changes in social and economic factors, such as increased access to birth control and higher levels of educational and career opportunities for women.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT one of the factors associated with male infertility ?

Accepted Answer

Ejaculatory delay is not a factor associated with male infertility. It may, however, lead to difficulties with conception if ejaculation does not occur during intercourse. The other three factors (reduced sperm production, low sperm count, and sperm motility problems) are all potential causes of male infertility.

Question 11

Infertility is usually defined as:

Accepted Answer

Infertility is typically defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse. This definition is widely accepted by medical professionals, and is used as the basis for diagnosing and treating infertility in both men and women. Childlessness, sterilization, and the inability to conceive after ten years of unprotected intercourse may all be related to infertility, but they are not the primary definition of infertility itself.

Question 12

One option for the infertile,that consists of injecting sperm into a woman's vagina,is:

Accepted Answer

Artificial insemination is the option that involves injecting sperm into a woman's vagina. This method is often used to address male infertility, and can also be used in cases where a woman is using donor sperm. It is a less invasive and less expensive option than in vitro fertilization or zygote transfer.

Question 13

Which of the following statements illustrates the desire to have children as a personal and family legacy?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Children will carry on our family name" reflects the desire to have children as a personal and family legacy. It implies that having children is seen as a way to ensure that the family's name and legacy will continue on through future generations.

Question 14

Those in the United States with the highest birth rates tend to be:

Accepted Answer

Hispanics in the United States tend to have higher birth rates than other ethnic groups.

Question 15

In the United States,assuming no change in immigration and death rates,if the birth rate were to continue at its current level for an extended period of time,the population would:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States,assuming no change in...

Question 16

According to the text's discussion of options for the infertile:

Accepted Answer

AID (Artificial Insemination by Donor) is often less acceptable to people than AIH (Artificial Insemination by Husband) due to ethical, moral, and emotional concerns.

Question 17

__________ is a disease in which the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus begins to grow outside as well.

Accepted Answer

Endometriosis is a condition where the tissue that normally grows inside the uterus starts growing outside of it, such as in the ovaries or fallopian tubes. It can cause pain and fertility issues. Ovulatory dysfunction refers to problems with ovulation, syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium, and cytosis is not a recognized medical term.

Question 18

The third stage of the process of coping with infertility is:

Accepted Answer

Anger is the third stage of the process of coping with infertility.

Question 19

Which one of the following is NOT one of the reasons cited in the text for why people want to have children?

Accepted Answer

The text does not mention economic security as a reason for why people want to have children.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons cited in the text for why people decide to remain child-free?

Accepted Answer

The text does not mention "a personal dislike of young people" as a reason for deciding to remain child-free.

Quiz 12: Becoming a Parent