224 Reproductive Flashcards by Love Class

All of the following are internal genitals of the female reproductive system EXCEPT

Ovaries
Salpinx
Vagina
Labia (vulva)

Labia (vulva)

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The region between the vaginal orifice and the anus is termed the
Mons pubis
Labia majora
Labia minora
Perineum

Perineum

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Which of the following is the primary sex organ in males?

Seminal vesicles
Testes
Vas deference
Cowper’s glands

Testes

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Which of the following female structure is homologous to the male penis?
vagina
clitoris
vestibule
labia minora
labia majora

clitoris

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In the anatomical position, the urethral orifice is
to the vagina opening.

Posterior
Anterior
Medial
Lateral

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All of the following reproductive organs/structures are internal EXCEPT

ovaries
salpinx
clitoris
uterus

clitoris

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The testes lie within the
urinary bladder
erectile tissue
scrotum
prostate gland

scrotum

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All of the following structures are paired EXCEPT
seminal vesicle
vas deferens
bulbourethral gland
prostate gland

prostate gland

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The process of egg formation is termed
Ovulation
Oogenesis
Fertilization
Germination

Oogenesis

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Which of the following layers of the uterus is sloughed off during menstruation?
Epimetrium
Myometrium
Endometrium
Parietal peritoneum

Endometrium

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All of the following statements are correct for the uterus EXCEPT
It produces estrogen
It is the site for embryo implantation
Under oxytocin control during parturition (the birthing process)
Tissue lining the uterus is sloughed off during menstruation

It produces estrogen

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A decrease in plasma level of estrogen and progesterone will result in which of the following?
Ovulation
Implantation
Fertilization
Menses
Menarche

Menses

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Which of the following cells provides mechanical support and protection for developing sperms?

Interstitial cell of Leydig
Sertoli cells
Rete testes
Tunica albuginea

Sertoli cells

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The interstitial cells of the testes produce

seminal fluid
egg cells
sperm cells
androgens

androgens

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Sperm cells develop in the

efferent ductules
interstitial cells
rete testis
seminiferous tubules

seminiferous tubules

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The epididymis is a ____ and it functions to ____

compartment inside a testis; secrete testosterone and form sperm
stage of spermatogenesis; form two sperm cells and semen
tightly coiled tube on the outside of the testis; store immature sperm as they mature
compartment that contains seminiferous tubules; ejaculate sperm and semen out of the penis

tightly coiled tube on the outside of the testis; store immature sperm as they mature

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Which of the following structures are unpaired?
O seminal vesicle
O vas deferens
O bulbourethral gland
O prostate gland

prostate gland

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The function of the cremaster muscle is to
O elevate the testes during sexual arousal and exposure to cold
O generate peristaltic waves in the ductus deferens
O control the release of secretions from the seminal vesicles
O control the release of sperm cells from the testes into the epididymis

elevate the testes during sexual arousal and exposure to cold

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All of the following are part of the spermatic cord EXCEPT the
Testicular artery
Lymphatic vessels
Ductus deferens
Ejaculatory duct

Ejaculatory duct

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The function of fructose in semen is to
provide an energy source for ATP production by sperm.
promote coagulation of semen in the female reproductive tract.
buffer acids in the female reproductive tract.
inhibit the growth of bacteria in semen and the female reproductive tract.

provide an energy source for ATP production by sperm.

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The hormone responsible for the development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics is
O ICSH

FSH
Testosterone
GRH
ACTH

Testosterone

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Egg cells are transported in the female reproductive tract by the _____ Whereas sperm are transported in the male reproductive tract by the _____
action of ciliated epithelium in the uterine tubes; movements of their tails
activity of seminal vesicle secretion; activity of prostate gland secretions
peristaltic contractions of the vaginal wall; peristaltic contractions of the uterus
movement of their tails; lashing movements of their tails

action of ciliated epithelium in the uterine tubes; movements of their tails

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A Pap smear is used to detect the presence of abnormal cells in the
Urethra
Ovary
Cervix
Vagina
Fallopian tubes

Cervix

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In females, what structure is located immediately anterior to the vagina?
Uterus
Ovary
Rectum and anus
Pubic symphysis

Pubic symphysis

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The tubular portion of the uterus that extends downward into the upper part of the vagina is the Cervix Perimetrium Endometrium Hymen

Cervix

The female structure that is the homolog of the male penis is the Vagina Clitoris Vestibule Labia minora

Clitoris

The opening between the cervical canal and the uterine cavity is called the Internal os External os Isthmus Fornix

Internal os

The opening between the cervical canal and the vagina is called the O Internal os O External os O Isthmus O Fornix

External os

The epithelium of the vaginal mucosa is Simple squamous Simple cuboidal Simple columnar Stratified squamous Transitional

Stratified squamous

During the menstrual cycle, progesterone would be at its highest levels during the menstrual phase (day 1-5) just prior to ovulation (day 12-14) just after ovulation (day 14-16) late in the postovulatory phase (day 20-24)

late in the postovulatory phase (day 20-24)

All of the following statements are correct for the vagina EXCEPT It can act as a receptacle for seminal fluid from the male It serves as the lower part of the birth canal It is a passageway for urine The pH is normally is the acidic range

It is a passageway for urine

Fertilization of an ovum most often occurs in the Ovary Uterine tube Uterus Vagina

Uterine tube

Testosterone is produced by spermatozoa sustentacular cells interstitial cells the hypothalamus

interstitial cells

The epithelium of the vaginal mucosa is O simple squamous O simple cuboidal O simple columnar O stratified squamous

stratified squamous

The most common site for ectopic pregnancy is in the ovary uterine tube uterus vagina abdominal cavity

uterine tube

Salpingitis is the inflammation of the Ovaries Fallopian tubes Uterus Vagina

Fallopian tubes

For a typical female cycle, ovulation occurs on the day of the cycle. fifth (5th) eighth (8th) fourteenth (14th) twenty-first (21) twenty-eighth (28)

Which of the following cells nourish developing sperm cells and form the blood-testes barrier? primary spermatocytes Sertoli cells spermatids sperms cells

Sertoli cells

Which of the following statements is most correct concerning male erection? Mediated by the sympathetic division Parasympathetic activation of the bulbourethral glands Dilatation of the penile veins Spinal reflex mediated by the parasympathetic division

Spinal reflex mediated by the parasympathetic division

Content of semen would include O sperm spermine fructose prostaglandins all of the above

all of the above

The ampulla of the vas deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle unite to form the bulbourethral duct ejaculatory duct prostatic duct duct of Wirsung

ejaculatory duct

Which of the following statements is most correct for the male reproductive system? Testosterone plays an important role in sexual behavior Pharmacotherapy for erectile dysfunction may include Viagra XYY genotype is linked to aggressive behavior, especially those incarcerated All of the above

All of the above

An erection of the penis is caused by semen pressure from the testes and vas deferens muscle flexion of the penile muscles Increased secretions of lymph into the spongy tissue an increase in arterial blood flow to the penis

an increase in arterial blood flow to the penis

If the penis fails to become erect, the condition is termed hernia infertility impotency cryptorchidism

impotency

After ovulation, which of the following structures is responsible for maintaining the endometrium for potential implantation? Graffian follicle Mature follicle Corpus luteum Corpus albican

Corpus luteum

All the following are secondary (accessory) sex organ to the female reproductive system EXCEPT O Ovary O Vagina O Uterine tube O Mammary glands

Ovary

Which of the following hormones causes milk ejection? O Oxytocin O Prolactin O Estrogen O Progesterone

Oxytocin

All the following statements concerning the female reproductive process are correct EXCEPT fertilization occurs in the fallopian tube ovulation occurs on the 14th day after the first day of the menstrual cycle endometrial proliferation is under the control of prolactin menses is initiated by the fall of estrogen and progesterone

endometrial proliferation is under the control of prolactin

Which ligament anchors the ovary to the uterus? broad ligament ovarian ligament infundibulopelvic ligament suspensory ligament

ovarian ligament

From its proximal end at the uterus as it approaches the ovary, the regions of the uterine tube are: O isthmus, ampulla, fimbriae, infundibulum. O isthmus, ampulla, infundibulum, fimbriae. O isthmus, infundibulum, ampulla, fimbriae. O ampulla, isthmus, infundibulum, fimbriae

isthmus, ampulla, infundibulum, fimbriae.

Where does fertilization usually occur? infundibulum of the uterine tube vagina ampulla of the uterine tube uterus

ampulla of the uterine tube

What part of the female reproductive system receives the penis during sexual intercourse? vagina uterus clitoris uterine tube

vagina

What effect do you think douching, or washing, has on the vagina? Douching damages the ridge-like rugae inside the vagina. Douching washes away beneficial bacteria and alters the pH balance of the vagina. Douching removes mucus made by the stratified squamous epithelium of the vaginal walls. Douching washes away the cilia lining the mucous membrane of the vagina.

Douching washes away beneficial bacteria and alters the pH balance of the vagina.

The acrosome of a sperm cell contains the chromosomes mitochondria for energy production testosterone hyaluronidase for egg penetration

hyaluronidase for egg penetration

Which of the following is NOT a region of the male urethra? O serosa prostatic membranous spongy

serosa

Which portion of the penis is called the foreskin? O prepuce O root O body O glans' penis

prepuce

What component allows semen to temporarily coagulate, preventing it from leaking back out of the female reproductive tract, once ejaculated? O alkaline pH O antimicrobial chemicals O fructose O clotting proteins and enzymes

clotting proteins and enzymes

Contraction of the cremaster muscle: propels sperm through the urethra. moves sperm through the ductus deferens. wrinkles the scrotal skin. wrinkles the scrotal skin.. pulls the testes closer to the body.

pulls the testes closer to the body.

The movement of sperm, testicular fluids, and secretions from the prostate and seminal vesicle into the urethra is known as: expulsion. ejaculation. erection. emission.

emission

Which of the following is under control of the parasympathetic nervous system? O emission O ejaculation O erection O expulsion

erection

An elderly man, Mr. Gee, is unable to maintain an erection. Classify his condition. O resolution O flaccid O impotence O refractory period

impotence

Which of the following is the main hormone that regulates spermatogenesis? estrogen testosterone growth hormone inhibin

testosterone

All of the following structures are paired EXCEPT O seminal vesicle vas deferens bulbourethral gland prostate gland

prostate gland

Following ejaculation, a male may typically experience a period of time, called erection. orgasm post-ejaculatory trauma syndrome refractory period plateau phase

refractory period

Which of the following is the most effective non-surgical form of contraceptive? O Birth control pill O Tubal ligation O Timing method O Diaphragm

Birth control pill

During the menstrual (female) cycle, progesterone is produced by O the secondary oocyte O the corpus luteum O the stroma of the ovary O the primary follicles

the corpus luteum

A 24 year-old male, in an attempt to impress an attractive young lady on their first date, dove into the Atlantic Ocean during the winter month. Which of the following muscles would be expected to contract? O Cremaster muscle O Levator ani muscle O Tensor vali palitini muscle O Dartos muscle O Only A & D are correct

O Only A & D are correct

Testosterone release will most likely results in O decreased red blood cell count O decreased blood volume O closure of the epiphyseal plate O all of the above

closure of the epiphyseal plate

All of the following are genotypes EXCEPT XX XY XO Blue eyes

Blue eyes

clitoris

A 24 year-old female presents to labor and delivery. She is 10cm dilated and the fetus' head is crowned. To minimize trauma to the birth canal, the obstetrician performs an episiotomy. Which of the following structure or region will the obstetrician have to cut? O Vagina O Perineum O Labia majora O None of the above

Perineum

The _______ is the pocket surrounding cervix and provides surgical access to the pelvic cavity. Vagina Fornix Uterus Prepuce

Fornix

The most common cause of impotence in a 24 year old male without a history of spinal cord trauma or neurological disease is O diabetes O psychological O too much pornography on the internet O hypertension

psychological

Which of the following occurs after ovulation? O The corpus luteum secretes only estrogen O The endometrium enters its secretory phase O The secretion of LH and FSH is enhanced O All of the above

The endometrium enters its secretory phase

Each month, the time when a female is most fertile is when O progesterone levels peak O estrogen levels are at the lowers level O progesterone levels begin to fall O when LH levels are highest

when LH levels are highest

Failure to have a menstrual period is called: O menorrhea O amenorrhea O menses O luteinization

amenorrhea

The uterine tubes consist of all of the following divisions except the: O isthmus O ampulla O infundibulum O apex

apex

The development of the fetus in a location other than the uterus is called a (an): episiotomy ectopic pregnancy ovarian pregnancy fallopian pregnancy

ectopic pregnancy

After ovulation, which of the following structures is responsible for maintaining the endometrium for potential implantation? Graffian follicle Mature follicle Corpus luteum Corpus albican

Corpus luteum

What are the two primary functions of the testes? Spermatogenesis and secretion of hormones Secretion of hormones and excretion of wastes Spermatogenesis and excretion of wastes None of the above

Spermatogenesis and secretion of hormones

In both sexes, the essential organs of reproduction that produce the gametes are called: O testes O ovaries O genital O gonads

gonads