chapter 7 practice questions

Question 1

Fertility is a person’s ability to
A) produce viable sperm.
B) reproduce
C) have a normal delivery
D) prevent conception

Answer 1

B) reproduce

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control?
A) diaphragms
B) spermicides
C) condoms
D) oral contraceptives

Answer 2

D) oral contraceptives

Question 3

To ensure its effectiveness, the BEST place to store a condom would be in
A) a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects. C) a wallet.
B) the glove box of a locked car.
D) the freezer.

Answer 3

A) a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects.

Question 4

The first widely used birth control method for women was
A) the pill. C) the diaphragm.
B) spermicidal foams and jellies. D) the IUD.

Answer 4

C) the diaphragm.

Question 5

Leaving a diaphragm, tampon, or cervical cap in for an extended period of time increases the risk for
A) AIDS. C) HPV.
B) hypertension. D) toxic shock syndrome.

Answer 5

D) toxic shock syndrome.

Question 6

A primary advantage of the contraceptive sponge is that
A) only one type of spermicide can be used with it.
B) protection lasts for 4 to 6 hours.
C) it does not require a fitting from a doctor.
D) it eliminates the risk of STIs.

Answer 6

C) it does not require a fitting from a doctor.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is TRUE about NuvaRing?
A) It is left in place for four weeks.
B) Even when used properly, it is much less effective than oral contraceptives.
C) It exposes the user to a lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill.
D) It requires the use of spermicide.

Answer 7

C) It exposes the user to a lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill.

Question 8

Fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the following EXCEPT
A) the calendar method. C) the cervical mucus method.
B) the body temperature method. D) abstinence.

Answer 8

D) abstinence.

Question 9

Surgical abortions in the first trimester are typically done by
A) dilation and evacuation. C) suction curettage.
B) induction abortion.
D) intact dilation and extraction.

Answer 9

C) suction curettage.

Question 10

Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the
A) major surgery involved. C) long recovery period required.
B) general anesthetic used. D) fear of decreased sexual performance.

Answer 10

D) fear of decreased sexual performance.

Question 11

The two contraceptive methods most commonly used by college students are
A) birth control pills and withdrawal. C) birth control pills and Depo-Provera shots.
B) birth control pills and male condoms.
D) male condoms and withdrawal.

Answer 11

B) birth control pills and male condoms

Question 12

Which U.S. Supreme Court decision in 1973 gave women the legal right to an abortion? A) Wade v. Thomas
C) Smith v. Thomas
B) Roe v. Smith D) Roe v. Wade

Answer 12

D) Roe v. Wade

Question 13

Which of the following is TRUE about emergency contraceptive pills?
A) They will cause an abortion if the woman is already pregnant.
B) Multiple brands are available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.
C) All brands require a prescription and are subject to age restrictions.
D) They are 100 percent effective if taken 2 to 5 days after unprotected intercourse.

Answer 13

B) Multiple brands are available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.

Question 14

Which of the following is TRUE about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy?
A) Vitamin supplements can make up for a less-than-balanced diet.
B) Weight gain during pregnancy is unhealthy for the baby.
C) Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first.
D) All exercise should be avoided because it is harmful to the developing fetus.

Answer 14

C) Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first.

Question 15

Jade is pregnant. During a regular medical check-up, her physician discusses alcohol consumption. The physician will likely advise that she
A) limit her intake to one glass per day. C) abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.
D) have only an occasional glass of wine with dinner. B) limit two glasses per day.

Answer 15

C) abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.

Question 16

During pregnancy, a woman could increase her folic acid intake by eating
A) steak and pork. C) low-fat milk and yogurt.
B) chicken and turkey. D) dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans.

Answer 16

D) dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans.

Question 17

A birth defect that occurs more frequently in babies born to mothers over the age of 35 is A) blindness. C) spina bifida.
B) deafness. D) Down syndrome.

Answer 17

D) Down syndrome.

Question 18

When a pregnant woman’s water breaks, what is actually happening is that
A) the placental barrier breaks. C) the baby enters the birth canal.
B) the cervix dilates. D) the amniotic sac breaks.

Answer 18

D) the amniotic sac breaks.

Question 19

Drugs, chemicals, and radiation that can cause birth defects are known as
A) progestins. C) toxoplasmosis.
B) carcinogens. D) teratogens.

Answer 19

D) teratogens.

Question 20

Postpartum depression
A) frequently occurs just before childbirth.
B) can lead to bipolar disorder.
C) is characterized by fatigue, depression, and mood swings.
D) is caused by the nutritional demands of breast-feeding.

Answer 20

C) is characterized by fatigue, depression, and mood swings.

Question 21

The most common cause of female infertility in the United States is
A) pelvic inflammatory disease. C) polycystic ovary syndrome.
B) gonorrhea. D) endometriosis

Answer 21

C) polycystic ovary syndrome.

Question 22

Substances designed to kill sperm are known as
A) spermicides. C) teratogens.
B) progestins. D) fungicides.

Answer 22

A) spermicides.

Question 23

The various methods used to prevent pregnancy are known as
A) implantation. C) ovulation.
B) conception. D) contraception.

Answer 23

D) contraception.

Question 24

Which of the following procedures performed during pregnancy can determine the size and position of the fetus and detect birth defects in the central nervous and digestive systems?
A) amniocentesis C) triple marker screen
B) ultrasound D) chorionic villus sampling

Answer 24

B) ultrasound

Question 25

Breast-fed infants
A) recover from illness more slowly than formula-fed infants.
B) are more prone to allergies.
C) have a decreased incidence of illness.
D) are more likely to be obese.

Answer 25

C) have a decreased incidence of illness.

Question 26

The implantation of a fertilized egg outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube, is called
A) ambiguous pregnancy. C) miscarriage.
B) ectopic pregnancy. D) preeclampsia.

Answer 26

B) ectopic pregnancy.

Question 27

Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of
A) weight gain. C) pneumonia and lung cancer.
B) blood clots and hypertension. D) pregnancy.

Answer 27

B) blood clots and hypertension.

Question 28

The fluid-filled, protective pouch surrounding the fetus is the
A) amniotic sac. C) placenta.
B) uterus. D) endometrium.

Answer 28

A) amniotic sac.

Question 29

An infection during pregnancy that can cause blindness or hearing disorders in the infant is
A) rubella. C) FAS.
B) spina bifida. D) Down syndrome.

Answer 29

A) rubella.

Question 30

The surgical procedure that involves removal of the uterus is a(n)
A) endoscopy. C) hysterectomy.
B) tubal ligation. D) vasectomy.

Answer 30

C) hysterectomy.