Question 1

All of the following are TRUE about the minipill,EXCEPT
A)it contains no estrogen.
B)it contains a small dose of a synthetic progesterone.
C)it has more side effects and associated health risks than other hormonal contraceptives.
D)it must be taken every day of the month.

Accepted Answer

The statement "it has more side effects and associated health risks than other hormonal contraceptives" is not true. In fact, because the minipill does not contain estrogen, it may be a better option for women who are sensitive to estrogen or who have certain health conditions that make them unable to use combined hormonal contraceptives.

Question 2

The main advantage of oral contraceptives is the
A)high degree of effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.
B)high continuation rate.
C)low cost.
D)regularity of periods.

Accepted Answer

Oral contraceptives have a high degree of effectiveness in preventing pregnancy, with a failure rate of less than 1% when used correctly. This is one of their most significant advantages over other forms of birth control.

Question 3

The most common type of oral contraceptive is the
A)minipill.
B)combination pill.
C)sequential pill.
D)postcoital pill.

Accepted Answer

Combination pill is the most common type of oral contraceptive which contains a combination of estrogen and progestin hormones. It is highly effective in preventing pregnancy and also has other benefits such as reducing acne, regulating periods, and decreasing the risk of certain types of cancers.

Question 4

In addition to hormone pills,most contraceptive packets also include
A)one week of inactive pills.
B)postcoital pills.
C)alternative contraceptive methods.
D)instructions for the Billings method.

Accepted Answer

Most contraceptive packets include one week of inactive pills, also known as "sugar pills" or "placebos." These are intended to help women maintain the habit of taking a daily pill and to keep them on a regular cycle. These pills do not contain hormones and do not prevent pregnancy.

Question 5

The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first
A)six months of use.
B)year of use.
C)two years of use.
D)five years of use.

Accepted Answer

The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first year of use.

Question 6

According to the World Health Organization,how many women worldwide have unintended or unwanted pregnancies every year?
A)1 million
B)10 million
C)50 million
D)80 million

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 80 million women worldwide have unintended or unwanted pregnancies every year. This highlights the importance of access to family planning and reproductive health services.

Question 7

____________ has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates of all developed nations.
A)Germany
B)The United States
C)France
D)Sweden

Accepted Answer

The United States has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates of all developed nations, with approximately 20 out of every 1,000 teenage girls becoming pregnant each year. This rate is significantly higher than countries such as Germany, France, and Sweden.

Question 8

Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by
A)reducing the number of sperm that penetrate the cervix.
B)blocking sperm from reaching the ovum.
C)changing the acidity of the vaginal canal.
D)preventing ovulation by mimicking the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum.

Accepted Answer

Oral contraceptives work by preventing ovulation, which occurs when the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum triggers the release of an ovum from the ovary. Oral contraceptives contain synthetic hormones that mimic the activity of the corpus luteum, tricking the body into thinking that ovulation has already occurred. Without ovulation, there is no egg for sperm to fertilize, and pregnancy cannot occur.

Question 9

A women that is consistently careful in following instructions is labeled as having the "perfect use" failure rate.What is that failure rate?
A)0.3 percent
B)0.6 percent
C)0.9 percent
D)1.0 percent

Accepted Answer

The "perfect use" failure rate is the rate of failure when a contraceptive method is used consistently and correctly, without any errors or mistakes. The perfect use failure rate of contraceptives is lower than the typical use failure rate. According to Planned Parenthood, the perfect use failure rate of the birth control pill is 0.3 percent.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is TRUE of oral contraceptives?
A)They are effective only because they prevent ovulation.
B)Full protection is provided by oral contraceptives after three days of use.
C)The most common type of oral contraceptive contains both estrogen and progesterone.
D)A significant risk of pregnancy exists even if oral contraceptives are taken as directed.

Accepted Answer

The most common type of oral contraceptive contains both estrogen and progesterone. This combination works by preventing ovulation, thickening cervical mucus, and thinning the lining of the uterus, making it less hospitable to a fertilized egg. It is important to note that even though oral contraceptives are highly effective if taken correctly, there is still a small risk of pregnancy.

Question 11

How many eggs are released through ovulation during a woman's fertile life?
A)200
B)400
C)600
D)800

Accepted Answer

On average, a woman releases one egg per menstrual cycle during her fertile life. The fertile life of a woman starts with her first period and ends with menopause. Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, and the average woman goes through about 450 menstrual cycles in her fertile life. However, not every menstrual cycle results in ovulation, so the estimated number of eggs released during a woman's fertile life is around 400.

Question 12

A women that is taking Lybrel will take the active pills for how long?
A)indefinitely
B)4 weeks,then take the inactive pills
C)6 weeks,then take the inactive pills
D)12 weeks,then take the inactive pills

Accepted Answer

A woman taking Lybrel will take active pills indefinitely without taking any inactive pills. This is because Lybrel is a continuous birth control pill that is designed to stop a woman's menstrual cycle altogether.

Question 13

Full effectiveness of oral contraceptives is established
A)after the first pill is taken.
B)after one week of use.
C)after one month of use.
D)after three months of use.

Accepted Answer

Oral contraceptives typically reach full effectiveness after one week of consistent use. It is recommended to use additional contraception during the first week of starting the pill to ensure protection.

Question 14

The medical advantages of oral contraceptives include all of the following,EXCEPT decreased risk of
A)benign breast disease.
B)pelvic inflammatory disease.
C)ovarian,colon,and rectal cancers.
D)sexually transmitted diseases.

Accepted Answer

Oral contraceptives do not offer protection against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The other options are true benefits of taking oral contraceptives, including decreased risk of benign breast disease, pelvic inflammatory disease, and ovarian, colon, and rectal cancers.

Question 15

In addition to preventing ovulation,the birth control pill prevents conception in all of the following ways,EXCEPT
A)thickening the cervical mucus.
B)constricting the cervical opening.
C)altering the rate of ovum transport.
D)inhibiting the implantation of the fertilized ovum by changing the lining of the uterus.

Accepted Answer

The birth control pill does not constrict the cervical opening. It works by thickening the cervical mucus, altering the rate of ovum transport, and inhibiting the implantation of the fertilized ovum by changing the lining of the uterus. These three methods work together to prevent pregnancy even if ovulation occurs.

Question 16

The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of
A)people who continue to use a particular contraceptive after a specified period of time.
B)women who cannot become pregnant once they have stopped using a contraceptive.
C)women who become pregnant while using a contraceptive.
D)women who use more than one method of contraception in one year.

Accepted Answer

The continuation rate of a contraceptive measures the percentage of people who continue to use a particular contraceptive after a specified period of time. This takes into account those who may switch to a different method or stop using contraception altogether. Option B is incorrect as it refers to the concept of fertility return after discontinuing contraception, while option C is the opposite of what is desired (the contraceptive's failure rate), and option D is not relevant to the definition of continuation rate.

Question 17

The benefit of smaller doses of estrogen in oral contraceptives is
A)higher effectiveness.
B)higher sperm "kill" rate.
C)fewer health risks.
D)lower likelihood of contracting STDs.

Accepted Answer

Smaller doses of estrogen in oral contraceptives have been found to have fewer health risks compared to higher doses. This is because higher levels of estrogen increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and breast cancer. Therefore, lower doses of estrogen are preferred to reduce the risk of these health complications.

Question 18

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is
A)a barrier method.
B)a hormonal method.
C)rarely effective.
D)irreversible.

Accepted Answer

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is known as a barrier method. This includes methods like condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and contraceptive sponges. These methods are easily accessible, affordable, and effective at preventing unwanted pregnancies.

Question 19

A woman taking the oral contraceptive Seasonale and Seasonique will have how many menstrual periods per year?
A)4
B)6
C)8
D)10

Accepted Answer

Seasonale and Seasonique are extended-cycle oral contraceptives designed to reduce the number of menstrual periods to four per year, occurring approximately every three months.

Question 20

A contraceptive that permanently prevents transport of the sperm or egg to the site of conception is a
A)surgical method.
B)hormonal method.
C)barrier method.
D)natural method.

Accepted Answer

A surgical method such as tubal ligation or vasectomy permanently prevents transport of the sperm or egg to the site of conception. Hormonal methods such as the pill or patch prevent pregnancy by altering hormonal levels, but do not permanently prevent transport of the sperm or egg. Barrier methods such as condoms or diaphragms create a physical barrier to prevent sperm from reaching the egg, but are not permanent. Natural methods such as fertility awareness involve tracking ovulation and avoiding intercourse during fertile periods, but also do not permanently prevent transport of the sperm or egg.

Quiz 6: Contraception

All of the following are TRUE about the minipill,EXCEPT

The main advantage of oral contraceptives is the

The most common type of oral contraceptive is the

In addition to hormone pills,most contraceptive packets also include

The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first

According to the World Health Organization,how many women worldwide have unintended or unwanted pregnancies every year?

____________ has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates of all developed nations.

Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by

A women that is consistently careful in following instructions is labeled as having the "perfect use" failure rate.What is that failure rate?

Which of the following statements is TRUE of oral contraceptives?

How many eggs are released through ovulation during a woman's fertile life?

A women that is taking Lybrel will take the active pills for how long?

Full effectiveness of oral contraceptives is established

The medical advantages of oral contraceptives include all of the following,EXCEPT decreased risk of

In addition to preventing ovulation,the birth control pill prevents conception in all of the following ways,EXCEPT

The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of

The benefit of smaller doses of estrogen in oral contraceptives is

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is

A woman taking the oral contraceptive Seasonale and Seasonique will have how many menstrual periods per year?

A contraceptive that permanently prevents transport of the sperm or egg to the site of conception is a