Chapter 23: Gynecologic Emergencies

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 female 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 common of which is rape

Answer 13

sexual assault

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