Common Reproductive Issues

Question 1

abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB)

Answer 1

umbrella term used to describe any deviation from normal menstruation or from a normal menstrual cycle pattern.

Question 2

abortion

Answer 2

expulsion of an embryo or fetus before it is viable. Surgical or Medical.

Question 3

amenorrhea

Answer 3

absence of menses

Question 4

basal body temperature (BBT)

Answer 4

lowest temperature reached on awakening. Avoid unprotected intercourse until the BBT has been elevated for 3 days

Question 5

cervical cap

Answer 5

Soft cup-shaped latex device that fits over base of cervix

Question 6

cervical mucus ovulation method

Answer 6

assess the character of the cervical mucus. Cervical mucus changes in consistency during the menstrual cycle and plays a vital role in fertilization of the egg.

Question 7

coitus interruptus

Answer 7

Man withdraws before ejaculation.

Question 8

condoms

Answer 8

Male: Thin sheath placed over an erect penis, blocking sperm
Female: Polyurethane sheath inserted vaginally to block sperm

Question 9

contraception

Answer 9

any method that prevents conception or childbirth, including OCs, sterilization of the female, and the male condom

Question 10

contraceptive sponge

Answer 10

nonhormonal, nonprescription device that includes both a barrier and a spermicide. Removed from the market in 1995

Question 11

Depo-Provera

Answer 11

An injectable progestin that inhibits ovulation

Question 12

diaphragm

Answer 12

soft latex dome surrounded by a metal spring. may be inserted up to 4 hours before intercourse but must be left in place for at least 6 hours afterwards

Question 13

infertility

Answer 13

inability to conceive a child after 1 year of regular sexual intercourse unprotected by contraception

Question 14

dyspareunia

Answer 14

difficult or painful sexual intercourse.

Question 15

emergency contraception (EC)

Answer 15

Combination of levonorgestrel-only pills; combined estrogen and progestin pills; or the copper IUS (Paragard) inserted within 72 hr after unprotected intercourse.
80% failure rate

Question 16

Secondary infertility

Answer 16

The inability to conceive after a previous pregnancy.

Question 17

fertility awareness (contraceptive methods)

Answer 17

Refrain from sex during fertile period

Question 18

implant

Answer 18

(Nexplanon) A time-release implant (one rod) of levonorgestrel for 3 yrs

Question 19

intrauterine contraceptive (IUC)

Answer 19

A T-shaped device inserted into the uterus that releases copper or progesterone or levonorgestrel

Question 20

oral contraceptives (OCs)

Answer 20

A pill that suppresses ovulation by combined action of estrogen and progestin
(progestin-only minipills) A pill containing only progestin that thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm from penetrating

Question 21

lactational amenorrhea method (LAM)

Answer 21

effective temporary method of contraception used by breast-feeding mothers. fairly effective for up to 6 months after giving birth

Question 22

oral contraceptives (OCs)

Answer 22

A pill that suppresses ovulation by combined action of estrogen and progestin
(progestin-only minipills) A pill containing only progestin that thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm from penetrating. Don’t smoke!

Question 23

vaginal ring

Answer 23

Vaginal contraceptive ring about 2 inches in diameter that is inserted into the vagina; releases estrogen and progestin

Question 24

vasectomy

Answer 24

Sealing, tying, or cutting the vas deferens

Question 25

What characteristic of the Hispanic culture determine family size?

Answer 25

Children, they validate the marriage therefore they typically have a large family.

Question 26

Standard Days Method (SDM)

Answer 26

Or the Two-Day Method, both natural methods. Both methods provide women with simple, clear instructions for identifying fertile days. Women with menstrual cycles between 26 and 32 days long can use the SDM to prevent pregnancy by avoiding unprotected intercourse on days 8 through 19 of their cycles.

Question 27

sterilization

Answer 27

permanent, safe, and highly effective method of contraception for those who are certain they do not want any or any more children.

Question 28

tubal ligation

Answer 28

sterilization procedure for women, can be performed postpartum, after an abortion, or as an interval procedure unrelated to pregnancy. Fallopian tubes are blocked to prevent conception