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What are the primary functions of the pelvic region?

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Support for pelvic organs, facilitation of childbirth, and serving as an attachment point for muscles.

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True or False: The pelvic cavity is wider in females than in males.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The pelvic diaphragm consists mainly of the ______ muscle.

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levator ani

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What is the significance of the pubic symphysis?

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It provides a flexible joint that allows for slight movement during childbirth.

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List the three main parts of the pelvis.

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Ilium, ischium, and pubis.

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What is the term for the space between the anus and the genitals?

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Perineum

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Which structure forms the inferior boundary of the pelvic cavity?

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Pelvic floor

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True or False: The male pelvis is generally more robust than the female pelvis.

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True

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What is the role of the pelvic floor muscles?

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Support pelvic organs and control urinary and fecal continence.

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Which ligament supports the uterus in females?

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Round ligament

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a pelvic organ? A) Bladder B) Stomach C) Uterus D) Rectum

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B) Stomach

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Identify the main nerve that innervates the perineum.

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Pudendal nerve

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True or False: The pelvic inlet is larger in males than in females.

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False

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What is the primary blood supply to the pelvic region?

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Internal iliac artery

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the bony structure that forms the base of the spine.

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sacrum

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What is the clinical significance of the ischial spines?

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They are important landmarks during childbirth for assessing fetal position.

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Multiple Choice: Which structure is part of the male reproductive system? A) Ovary B) Prostate C) Uterus D) Fallopian tube

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B) Prostate

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What is the term for the area of the pelvis that contains the bladder, reproductive organs, and rectum?

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Pelvic cavity

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True or False: The perineum is divided into two triangles: the urogenital triangle and the anal triangle.

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True

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What muscle is responsible for the contraction of the anal sphincter?

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Puborectalis

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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the area through which the baby passes during delivery.

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birth canal

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What is the function of the coccygeus muscle?

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Supports the pelvic floor and aids in the movement of the coccyx.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a part of the female reproductive system? A) Testes B) Uterus C) Penis D) Seminal vesicles

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B) Uterus

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What is the primary function of the bladder within the pelvic cavity?

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Storage of urine

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True or False: The pelvic girdle consists of the sacrum and coccyx only.
False
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What is the role of the transverse perineal muscle?
Stabilizes the perineal body and supports pelvic organs.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the structure that connects the bladder to the urethra.
trigone
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What is the anatomical term for the opening of the urethra in females?
Urethral orifice
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Multiple Choice: Which structure does NOT contribute to the pelvic floor? A) Levator ani B) Coccygeus C) Rectus abdominis D) Transverse perineal
C) Rectus abdominis
30
What is the difference in the pelvic outlet between males and females?
The female pelvic outlet is larger and wider to facilitate childbirth.
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True or False: The pelvic diaphragm is made up of skeletal muscle.
True
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What is the primary nerve responsible for the sensation in the perineum?
Pudendal nerve
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Fill in the blank: The ______ artery supplies blood to the pelvic organs.
internal iliac
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What are the two main components of the pelvic cavity?
True pelvis and false pelvis.
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary role of the prostate gland? A) Produce estrogen B) Produce testosterone C) Produce seminal fluid D) Store sperm
C) Produce seminal fluid
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True or False: The anal triangle contains the anal canal and the ischial tuberosities.
True
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What is the pelvic brim?
The edge of the pelvic inlet that separates the false pelvis from the true pelvis.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a fibrous structure that provides support to the pelvic viscera.
perineal body
39
What separates the anal and urogenital triangles?
Perineal body
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the pelvic floor? A) Supporting pelvic organs B) Controlling bowel movements C) Assisting with breathing D) Assisting in childbirth
C) Assisting with breathing
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What is the role of the urethra in females?
To transport urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
42
True or False: The pelvic floor can be strengthened through specific exercises.
True
43
Fill in the blank: The ______ is the structure that connects the kidney to the bladder.
ureter
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What is the main structural difference between the male and female pelvis?
The female pelvis is broader and has a larger pelvic inlet and outlet.
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Multiple Choice: Which muscle is NOT part of the pelvic diaphragm? A) Iliococcygeus B) Pubococcygeus C) Transverse abdominis D) Coccygeus
C) Transverse abdominis
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What is the clinical term for the surgical procedure to repair a pelvic floor defect?
Pelvic floor reconstruction
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True or False: The pelvic floor supports only the urinary organs.
False
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the primary reproductive organ in males.
testis
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What is the function of the seminal vesicles?
To produce a fluid that nourishes sperm and forms part of semen.
50
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of the vagina? A) Transport urine B) Facilitate childbirth C) Produce hormones D) Filter blood
B) Facilitate childbirth
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What are the contents of the spermatic cord?
Vas deferens, testicular artery, and nerves.
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True or False: The perineum is the same in both sexes.
False
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the area that surrounds the vaginal opening.
vulva
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What is the role of the ovaries?
To produce eggs and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
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Multiple Choice: Which hormone is primarily responsible for male secondary sexual characteristics? A) Estrogen B) Progesterone C) Testosterone D) Luteinizing hormone
C) Testosterone
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What is the significance of the pelvic landmarks during a physical examination?
They help assess the size and shape of the pelvis for potential childbirth complications.
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True or False: The rectum is part of the urinary system.
False
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the opening through which menstrual fluid exits the body.
vagina
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What is the term for the process of childbirth?
Parturition
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following structures is part of the male reproductive system? A) Clitoris B) Fallopian tube C) Epididymis D) Uterus
C) Epididymis
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What is the role of the bladder neck?
To prevent urine leakage and control urinary flow.
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True or False: The pelvic cavity is a closed space.
False
63
Fill in the blank: The ______ is the area of skin between the anus and scrotum in males.
perineum
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What is the primary function of the clitoris?
To provide sexual pleasure.
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Multiple Choice: Which structure is responsible for the production of sperm? A) Prostate B) Testes C) Seminal vesicles D) Bulbourethral glands
B) Testes
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What is the main purpose of the pelvic girdle?
To connect the spine to the lower limbs and support the pelvic organs.
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True or False: The pelvic floor is made up entirely of smooth muscle.
False
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the muscular tube that connects the ovary to the uterus.
fallopian tube
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What is the primary role of the uterus?
To house and nourish a developing fetus during pregnancy.
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Multiple Choice: Which hormone is responsible for stimulating ovulation? A) FSH B) LH C) Estrogen D) Progesterone
B) LH
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What is the function of the external anal sphincter?
To control the expulsion of feces.
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True or False: The pelvic floor is only important during pregnancy.
False
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a pouch of skin that contains the testicles.
scrotum
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What is the significance of the internal pudendal artery?
It supplies blood to the perineum and external genitalia.

MCH/REPRODUCTIVE ANATOMY (2 decks)

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