Chapter 21 - Gynecologic Emergencies | Vital Vocabulary

Question 1

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

Answer 1

bacterial vaginosis

Question 2

The lower third, or neck, of the uterus.

Answer 2

cervix

Question 3

A sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.

Answer 3

chlamydia

Question 4

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

Answer 4

fallopian tubes

Question 5

A sexually transmitted disease caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Answer 5

gonorrhea

Question 6

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

Answer 6

labia majora

Question 7

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

Answer 7

labia minora

Question 8

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

Answer 8

ovaries

Question 9

The process in which an ovum is released from a follicle.

Answer 9

ovulation

Question 10

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

Answer 10

pelvic inflammatory disease ( PID )

Question 11

The area of skin between the vagina and the anus.

Answer 11

perineum

Question 12

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

Answer 12

rape

Question 13

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

Answer 13

sexual assult

Question 14

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

Answer 14

uterus

Question 15

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

Answer 15

vagina