SEGGS

Question 1

What is the definition of hereditary

Answer 1

The passing of genetic information from one generation to the next during sexual reproduction

Question 2

What is the process of inheriting genes

Answer 2

It is random and the genetic material from the sperm and the egg cells fuse into a unique combination

Question 3

What is fertilisation

Answer 3

The fusion of the nuclei of the sperm cell and the egg cell is known as fertilisation

Question 4

What occurs during menstruation

Answer 4

1. The unfertilised egg is discharged
2. The lining of the uterus and blood vessels break down and are discharged

Question 5

How long is the average menstrual cycle

Answer 5

28 days (Can vary from person to person. It can also be affected by stress, illness and diet)

Question 6

What is the menstrual cycle

Answer 6

1. Days 1 - 5 menstruation (can vary from lady to lady)
2. 6 - 9 The uterine lining grows with many blood vessels formed in it. Preparation for the implantation of the embryo
3. 10 - 15 Fertile period. The ovary will release an egg into the oviduct around day 14. Having sexual intercourse will likely result in pregnancy.
4. 16 - 28 The uterine lining will continue to thicken. If no fertilisation occurs menstruation will occur after day 28.

Question 7

How does drug Abuse affect babies

Answer 7

1. They may be born pre-mature. They will need intensive care as organs may not be fully developed
2. They may have low birth weight. Thus they may have underdeveloped immune systems and have a higher risk of getting infections.

Question 8

How does Smoking affect the foetus

Answer 8

The child may develop heart, lung and brain diseases as well as obesity.

Question 9

How does Alchohol affect the foetus

Answer 9

Can lead to physical, intellectual and behavioural changes. Also may find difficulty in learning and focusing

Question 10

What is the ryhthm method

Answer 10

Couples do not engage in sexual interxourse during the time the woman is ovulating or her fertile period. (UNRELIABLE can still get pregnant)

Question 11

What is a condom

Answer 11

A rubber covering, that is placed over the penis before sexual intercourse, to prevent sperm entering the uterus.

Question 12

What is Spermicide

Answer 12

A cream that kills sperm in the vagina

Question 13

What is the intra-uterine device

Answer 13

Piece of plastic or metal (usually copper). Inserted into the uterus by a doctor and prevents any sperm from fertilising an egg. Lasts 10 years

Question 14

What are Birth control Pills

Answer 14

Contain female sex hormones that prevent the releasing an egg from ovaries

Question 15

What is the Diaphragm

Answer 15

A dome shaped plastic that covers the opening of the cervix to prevent sperm entering the uterus

Question 16

What is tubal ligitation

Answer 16

Oviducts are surgically cut and tied. Thus eggs that are released cannot be fertilised

Question 17

What is Vasectomy

Answer 17

The sperm ducts are surgically cut and tied. Thus, the sperm cannot be released

Question 18

What is an Abortion

Answer 18

A doctor deliberately removes the embryo or foetus from the uterus. Usually within 12 weeks of pregnancy. Illegal to do so after 6 months

Question 19

What are the risks of an abortion

Answer 19

1. Damage to uterus results in bleeding.
2. Possibility of Infertility.
3. Suffer from infection.
   4.Causes depression or guilt

Question 20

How to prevent abortions

Answer 20

Refrain from premarital Sex. Practice abstinence (virginity).

Question 21

What are the three main STIs

Answer 21

Human Immunodeficieny virus, syphilis, gnorrheoa

Question 22

Causes of STIs

Answer 22

1. Blood transfusion
2. Sharing of unsterilised or contaminated needles used by an infected person
3. From mother to child during birth or Breast-feeding

Question 23

Causes of Gnorrhoea