Week 3 Practice Questions from the Book Flashcards
Which of the following is considered the most important muscle of the pelvic floor? A. Urethral B. Piriformis C. Levator ani D. Coccygeus
C. Levator ani
T/F The innominate bones consist of the sacrum, ischium, and ilium.
False. The innominate bones consist of the pubis, the ischium, and the ilium, all of which are fused together at the acetabulum.
The fundus, body, and cervix are regions of the: A. vagina B. fallopian tubes C. urethra D. uterus
D. uterus
T/F The vulva is the externally visible outer genitalia.
True
Which of the following produces milk during lactation? A. The lymph nodes B. The lactiferous ducts C. The alveoli D. Montgomery's glands
C. The alveoli
T/F Oxytocin, released from the pituitary, stimulates milk production.
False
Which of the following hormones is responsible for regulating the gynecologic organ activities? A. Adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) B. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) C. Growth hormone (GH) D. Prolactin (PRL)
B. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
T/F The most relevant factor in determining the onset of puberty and menstruation in young women is the ratio of total body weight to lean body weight.
True
T/F A woman’s breasts’ singular function in Western society is to serve a maternal role.
False. In Western society, it often seems that a woman’s breasts have two functions or roles: one that is sexual, and one that is maternal.
In which of the following phases of the ovarian cycle does the mature ovum release from the follicle after a surge in a woman's LH and estrogen levels? A. Luteal B. Follicular C. Ovulatory D. Secretory
C. Ovulatory
T/F the Bartholin’s gland is responsible for the secretion of lubrication during a woman’s sexual arousal.
True
Which of the following is the most frequent reason a woman visits her clinician? A. Changes in menstruation B. STIs C. Inability to achieve sexual arousal D. Information about contraceptives
A. Changes in menstruation
Preparing the mammary gland for lactation and synthesizing milk is the responsibility of the hormone _____.
Prolactin
The Caldwell-Moloy classification is the best-known categorization of the female _____.
Pelvis
T/F Varying levels of gonadotropic hormones control the monthly rhythmic functioning of the menstrual cycle.
True
Which of the following is responsible for the changing colors and textures of a woman's ovaries? A. Disease B. Hormones C. Age and reproductive stage D. Sexual arousal
C. Age and reproductive stage
The _____ layer of the fallopian tube moves the ovum toward the uterus through wavelike contractions of smooth muscle layers.
Muscularis
T/F The appearance, texture, and amount of a woman’s cervical mucus does not change throughout the ovulation and menstruation phases.
False. After menstruation, the cervical mucus is scant and viscous. During the late follicular phase, it becomes clear, copious, and elastic. The quantity of cervical mucus increases 30-fold compared to the early follicular phase and can stretch to at least 6 cm.
A complete pregnancy history can be obtained using the \_\_\_\_\_ system. A. USPSTF B. GTPLA C. open-ended questions D. OLDCARTS
B. GTPLA
T/F Many clinicians believe that about 75% of the information necessary for a diagnosis comes directly from the health history.
False. 90%.
A bulge on the anterior vaginal wall, visible when a woman coughs or bears down, may indicate a(n): A. STI B. neovagina C. Cystocele D. Rectocele
C. Cystocele
T/F Because of the controversy regarding the efficacy of breast self-exams, breast examinations are no longer performed by health professionals.
False. It is no longer recommended to teach self-breast exams.
The health professional's final clinical responsibility for the gynecological exam is: A. a follow-up visit B. documentation of findings C. taking time to answer questions D. explanation of findings
B. documentation of findings
T/F The level of detailed explanation and description of abnormal findings from an exam may depend on the degree of severity of the finding.
True
in order to gather information about a woman’s pregnancies, a clinician will use the five-digit numeric summary _____.
GTPAL
Tammy's uterus is in a retroflexed position. Which of the following types of exams is necessary to accomplish a complete evaluation? A. Adnexal exam B. Bimanual exam C. Speculum exam D. Rectovaginal exam
D. Rectovaginal exam
T/F The steps, timing, and procedures used in routine physical exams are standardized by the National Board of Medicine for all gynecological and primary care patients.
False. What constitutes a complete physical examination in the ambulatory gynecology or primary care setting is not standardized.
T/F A healthy cervix is pink, but can come in various shapes, sizes, and appearances.
True
Several possible maneuvers may be necessary to examine the _____ in the bimanual exam depending on its anterior, midposition, or posterior position.
Uterus
What is an advantage to using a self-administered health questionnaire to gather comprehensive information about a patient?
A. The patient is able to omit questions.
B. A verbal and visual review with a nurse helps clarify initial answers.
C. Writing makes information about uncomfortable topics easier to share.
D. Patients take more time to complete the answers.
C. Writing makes information about uncomfortable topics easier to share.
T/F Speculum exam is used mainly for observation and usually does not include the gathering of specimens for routine testing.
False
In what part of the breast do most malignancies develop? A. The upper outer quadrant B. The upper inner quadrant C. The lower outer quadrant D. The lower inner quadrant
A. The upper outer quadrant