Chapter 4: Genital Anatomy Flashcards
Which of the following structures is not part of the external female genitals?
a) Mons pubis
b) Vulvar vestibule
c) Vagina
d) Clitoris
c) Vagina
In terms of sensitivity, the clitoris is most similar to the _______
a) Glans penis
b) Scrotum
c) Vas deferens
d) Foreskin
a) Glans penis
The surgical procedure known as labiaplasty most commonly involves the ________
a) Labia majora
b) Labia internus
c) Labia minora
d) Outer genital lips
c) Labia minora
What is the function of the hymen?
a) To protect the vaginal opening
b) To provide proof of virginity
c) To contain and limit menstrual flow
d) All of the above
a) To protect the vaginal opening
The recommendation to change the name of the G-Spot to the clitourethrovaginal complex was made because _______
a) It downplays the idea that the G-spot is a precise and isolated erogenous zone found in all women
b) fMRI studies have shown all women actually do have a G-spot, but many don’t know how to find it
c) Grafenberg, the scientist who first described the G-spot requested the name change
d) Using this more complicated and more scientific term invites greater scientific understanding of female genitals and female sexual arousal
a) It downplays the idea that the G-spot is a precise and isolated erogenous zone found in all women
Which of the following statements is true of female genital mutilation (FGM)?
a) The practice of FGM remains legal in many Western countries
b) FGM is increasingly being performed on young boys
c) Because of successful education programs, FGM is now most commonly performed at medical centres
d) Most women who have undergone FGM are happy that is was done to them
d) Most women who have undergone FGM are happy that is was done to them
Backroom abortions are very risky because the straightened coat hanger can ________
a) Cause cervical cancer
b) Perforate the posterior fornix of the vagina
c) Perforate either of the ovaries resulting in infertility
d) Sever one of the fallopian tubes resulting in internal bleeding
b) Perforate the posterior fornix of the vagina
Which of the following structures is not found in the human penis?
a) Fibrous tissue
b) Smooth muscles
c) A urethra
d) A baculum
d) A baculum
Which of the following statements is false?
a) The corpus spongiosum is wrapped in a tight fibrous sleeve that becomes taut and rigid when filled with blood
b) Research has shown penis size is not related to foot size
c) When contracted, the dartos muscle brings the testicles closer to the body
d) The angle of the erect penis can be indicative of erectile dysfunction
a) The corpus spongiosum is wrapped in a tight fibrous sleeve that becomes taut and rigid when filled with blood
The ______ is/are analogous to the ovaries
a) Testicles
b) Vas deferens
c) Scrotum
d) Foreskin
a) Testicles
Which of the following is in the correct order of structures involved in sperm production from synthesis to release?
a) Vas deferens, epididymis, seminiferous tubules, urethra
b) Epididymis, vas deferens, urethra, seminiferous tubules
c) Seminiferous tubules, epididymis, vas deferens, urethra
d) Urethra, seminiferous tubules, vas deferens, epididymis
c) Seminiferous tubules, epididymis, vas deferens, urethra
The process whereby sperm loses its outer plasma membrane to enable possible binding with an ovum is called _________
a) Castration
b) Insemination
c) Capacitation
d) Spermatogenesis
c) Capacitation
Which of the following statements about breast cancer is true?
a) Most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer, ultimately die from the disease
b) Because of abundant research, it is now known what causes breast cancer in women
c) Breast cancer is the third most common cancer affecting women
d) Men can develop breast cancer
d) Men can develop breast cancer
An erect penis resists downward rotation in part because of _______
a) Mild erectile dysfunction
b) The location of the penis on the body
c) The suspensory ligament
d) The pubic symphysis
c) The suspensory ligament
What is the main role of the cremaster muscle?
a) It helps maintain a favourable temperature for sperm
b) It lowers the testicles during sexual arousal
c) It allows for clitoral retraction during sexual arousal
d) It is responsible for myotonia during sexual response
a) It helps maintain a favourable temperature for sperm
Although women may be less likely than men to experience orgasm during penile-vaginal intercourse, research has shown that they are more likely to experience
a) A short refractory period
b) Multiple orgasms
c) Higher levels of sexual desire
d) Ejaculation
b) Multiple orgasms
The prostate gland
a) Stores sperm during refractory periods
b) Contributes the major proteins that make fresh ejaculate thick and gelatinous
c) Surrounds the urethra
d) Is essential for orgasm
c) Surrounds the urethra
The fallopian tubes
a) Transport sperm to the ovaries
b) Are the most common site where sperm fertilize eggs
c) Store females’ eggs until puberty
d) Produce most of the mucus in the vagina
b) Are the most common site where sperm fertilize eggs
Penile erections for humans are maintained by
a) Bone (the baculum) sliding into the shaft of the penis
b) Blood pressure in the corpora cavernosa
c) Contraction of muscles around the urethra
d) Blood pressure in the corpus spongiosum
b) Blood pressure in the corpora cavernosa
Imagine that a friend discloses to you that she finds direct stimulation to her clitoris uncomfortable to the point that it sometimes becomes painful. What information would you provide her to assure her that what she is experiencing is typical of some women’s experience? What would you suggest to her to decrease her discomfort?
The clitoris is an exceptionally sensitive organ
Indirect stimulation or stimulation of other erogenous zones
Consider a situation in which a male friend of yours is highly distressed about his penis size, thinking that it is too small to be taken seriously by potential sexual partners. What information would you give him in order to decrease his distress?
Large penises are not essential for sexual pleasure during intercourse and not all partners prefer them
What is the difference in effect of castrating a male before puberty versus after puberty?
Before puberty castration:
- Males will not go through puberty (no deep voice or facial hair)
After puberty castration:
- androgen deprivation (can treat some diseases)
- lose muscle mass and gain weight as fat
Douches can increase probability of:
Endometriosis
Ectopic pregnancy
Decreased fertility
Among the most easily prevented cancers
Cervical cancer
Difference between semen and sperm
Semen is mostly made up of fluid from the seminal vesicles and the prostate glad
Sperm makes up 1% of the volume of ejaculatory fluid
