Chapter 21 Gynecologic Emergencies

Question 1

The outermost cavity of a woman’s reproductive system; the lower part of the birth canal.

Answer 1

Vagina

Question 2

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.

Answer 2

Chlamydia

Question 3

The tubes that connect each ovary with the uterus and are the primary location for fertilization of the ovum.

Answer 3

Fallopian tubes

Question 4

Narrowest portion of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

Answer 4

Cervix

Question 5

An overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina; characterized by itching, burning, or pain, and possibly a fishy smelling discharge.

Answer 5

Bacterial vaginosis

Question 6

Inner fleshy lips devoid of pubic hair that protect the vagina.

Answer 6

Labia minora

Question 7

The area of skin between the vagina and the anus.

Answer 7

Perineum

Question 8

The muscular organ where the fetus grows, also called the womb; responsible for contractions during labor.

Answer 8

Uterus

Question 9

An infection of the Fallopian tubes and the surrounding tissues of the pelvis.

Answer 9

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

Question 10

Sexual intercourse inflicted forcibly on another person, against that person’s will.

Answer 10

Rape

Question 11

An attack against a person that is sexual in nature, the most common of which is rape.

Answer 11

Sexual assault

Question 12

Outer fleshy lips covered with pubic hair that protect the vagina.

Answer 12

Labia majora

Question 13

A sexually transmitted disease caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Answer 13

Gonorrhea

Question 14

The primary female reproductive organs that produce an ovum, or egg, that, if fertilized, will develop into a fetus.

Answer 14

Ovaries