Deck 32: The Reproductive System

Question 1

Which of these surrounds the proximal urethra in the male?

A) Bulbourethral gland
B) Prostate gland
C) Seminal vesicle
D) Testis
E) Epididymis

Answer 1

Prostate gland

Question 2

Each lobule of the testes is filled with ____, which are filled with the spermatogenic cells that give rise to sperm cells.

A) spermatogonia
B) spermatocytes
C) seminiferous tubules
D) bulbourethral glands
E) spermatids

Answer 2

seminiferous tubules

Question 3

For which disorder are Pap smears often effective in early detection?

A) Cervical cancer
B) Cervicitis
C) Dysmenorrhea
D) Ovarian cancer
E) Endometrial cancer

Answer 3

Cervical cancer

Question 4

The ____ are considered the primary organs of the male reproductive system because they produce sperm and testosterone.

A) testes
B) bulbourethral glands
C) seminiferous tubules
D) spermatogenic cells
E) seminal vesicles

Question 5

____ can cause pain during bowel movements.

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 6

Which of these secrete mucus during sexual intercourse?

A) Vestibular glands
B) Clitoris
C) Vagina
D) Ovary
E) Fallopian tubes

Question 7

Which of these makes a fluid that lubricates the penis for sexual intercourse?

A) Testes
B) Bulbourethral glands
C) Seminiferous tubules
D) Spermatogenic cells
E) Prostate gland

Question 8

The ____ provides a passageway for delivery of offspring as well as for uterine secretions.

A) vestibular gland
B) infundibulum
C) vagina
D) ovary
E) fallopian tube

Question 9

Which of the following carries sperm cells from the epididymis to the urethra?

A) Vas deferens
B) Seminal vesicle
C) Seminiferous tubule
D) Bulbourethral gland
E) Prostate gland

Question 10

Which of these can lower sperm count?

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 11

At the beginning of spermatogenesis, cells are called ____ and contain 46 chromosomes.

A) spermatogenic cells
B) semen
C) spermatogonia
D) spermatocytes
E) sperm cells

Question 12

The ____ produces a milky, alkaline fluid and secretes this fluid into the urethra just before ejaculation to protect the sperm when they enter the acidic environment of the female vagina.

A) bulbourethral gland
B) prostate gland
C) seminal vesicle
D) testis
E) epididymis

Question 13

Which of the following is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual intercourse?

A) Testicular cancer
B) Impotence
C) Prostate cancer
D) Prostatitis
E) Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 14

The ____ "catches" the ovum as it leaves an ovary.

A) vestibular glands
B) infundibulum
C) vagina
D) urethra
E) cervix

Question 15

A lump in the testes can be caused by ____.

A) testicular cancer
B) impotence
C) prostate cancer
D) prostatitis
E) benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 16

Which structure secretes an alkaline fluid rich in sugars and prostaglandins?

A) Bulbourethral glands
B) Prostate gland
C) Seminal vesicles
D) Testes
E) Epididymis

Question 17

A mixture of sperm cells and fluids from the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands forms ____.

A) spermatogenic cells
B) spermatogonia
C) spermatogenesis
D) seminal fluid
E) semen

Question 18

Which of these contains the female erectile tissue and is rich in sensory nerves?

A) Vestibular gland
B) Clitoris
C) Vagina
D) Infundibulum
E) Cervix

Question 19

Which of these structures of the female reproductive system produces progesterone and estrogen?

A) Fallopian tube
B) Cervix
C) Vagina
D) Ovary
E) Uterus

Question 20

Which of the following begin the process of developing sperm cells?

A) Testes
B) Bulbourethral glands
C) Glans penis
D) Spermatogenic cells
E) Epididymis

Question 21

The ____ period includes weeks 2-8 of pregnancy.

A) embryonic
B) cleavage
C) neonatal
D) fetal
E) prenatal

Question 22

The ____ becomes only epithelial tissues.

A) amnion
B) ectoderm
C) mesoderm
D) endoderm
E) yolk sac

Question 23

Which of these is the rapid cell division of the zygote?

A) Embryo
B) Amnion
C) Morula
D) Blastocyst
E) Cleavage

Question 24

In which of the following disorders do the tissues of the uterine lining grow outside the uterus?

A) Endometriosis
B) Fibroids
C) Cervicitis
D) Vaginitis
E) Dysmenorrhea

Question 25

The signs and symptoms of ____ are usually mild or indistinct until the disease has spread to other organs, making early detection difficult.

A) breast cancer
B) cervical cancer
C) cervicitis
D) dysmenorrheal
E) ovarian cancer

Question 26

There is no cure for ____, which causes blisters on or around the genitals or rectum.

A) herpes simplex 2
B) crabs
C) trichomoniasis
D) chlamydia
E) syphilis

Question 27

The ____ period includes week 9 until delivery.

A) embryonic
B) cleavage
C) neonatal
D) fetal
E) prenatal

Question 28

____ is caused by blood-sucking insects.

A) Herpes simplex 2
B) Crabs
C) Trichomoniasis
D) Chlamydia
E) Gonorrhea

Question 29

The ____ is the protective sac around the embryo.

A) yolk sac
B) amnion
C) umbilical cord
D) mesoderm
E) ectoderm

Question 30

Which of these implants in the wall of the uterus?

A) Embryo
B) Ovum
C) Morula
D) Blastocyst
E) Zygote

Question 31

An inflammation of the cervix is ____.

A) endometriosis
B) fibroids
C) cervicitis
D) vaginitis
E) dysmenorrhea

Question 32

A parasitic protozoan causes ____.

A) herpes simplex 2
B) crabs
C) trichomoniasis
D) chlamydia
E) gonorrhea

Question 33

Benign tumors that grow in the uterine wall are called ____.

A) endometriosis
B) fibroids
C) cervicitis
D) vaginitis
E) cervical cancer

Question 34

Which of the following is caused by bacteria?

A) Herpes simplex 2
B) Crabs
C) Trichomoniasis
D) Chlamydia
E) AIDS

Question 35

An abnormal amount of vaginal discharge is associated with ____.

A) ovarian cancer
B) fibroids
C) endometriosis
D) vaginitis
E) dysmenorrhea

Question 36

Which of the following disorders may cause a discharge from the nipples?

A) Breast cancer
B) Cervical cancer
C) Cervicitis
D) Dysmenorrhea
E) Ovarian cancer

Question 37

Cramps that are severe enough to limit normal activities are ____.

A) cervical cancer
B) cervicitis
C) dysmenorrhea
D) ovarian cancer
E) fibroids

Question 38

The ____ travels down the fallopian tubes to the uterus.

A) embryo
B) fetus
C) morula
D) blastocyst
E) zygote

Question 39

The middle layer of the embryo that becomes connective tissue is the ____.

A) amnion
B) ectoderm
C) mesoderm
D) endoderm
E) yolk sac

Question 40

Which of these makes new blood cells for the fetus?

A) Yolk sac
B) Amnion
C) Umbilical cord
D) Mesoderm
E) Ectoderm

Question 41

Decreased levels of the hormone ________ can cause male infertility.

Question 42

The female reproductive cycle is initiated when the pituitary gland releases ________.

Question 43

During fetal development, the ____ is located between the pulmonary trunk and the aorta.

A) foramen ovale
B) ductus arteriosus
C) ductus venosus
D) amnion
E) extraembryonic cavity

Question 44

Barth has been diagnosed with syphilis. While the physician was explaining the treatment course, you could tell that Barth was scared. After the physician left the room, Barth whispers, "I have heard the stories about syphilis! It can cause brain damage!" What is your best response to Barth?

A) "Only about 40% of people who have syphilis sustain brain damage from the disease."
B) "Yes, but effects on the brain occur in the tertiary stage-you have plenty of years before that happens."
C) "The physician will recommend an excellent neurologist to manage your disease."
D) "Syphilis is treatable with penicillin; if you follow the treatment regimen, you should not have brain damage."
E) "At least you know in advance, so you can arrange for a durable power of attorney."

Question 45

Lack of ovulation is one cause of female ________.

Question 46

Two hormones essential to effective breast-feeding are prolactin and ________.

Question 47

Lee comes to the clinic with flu-like symptoms and general malaise. Upon testing, it is noted that he has a Pneumocystis carinii infection. You might expect the physician to order further tests to rule out which of the following conditions?

A) Gonorrhea
B) Syphilis
C) AIDS
D) Herpes simplex
E) Testicular cancer

Question 48

Which of these gives rise to nervous tissue?

A) Amnion
B) Ectoderm
C) Mesoderm
D) Endoderm
E) Yolk sac

Question 49

The hormone ________ causes the uterine lining to thicken.

Question 50

Which form of contraception prevents implantation of the blastocyst?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) IUD
E) Chemical barriers

Question 51

Which method of contraception contains low doses of estrogen or progesterone?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) Tubal ligation
E) Chemical barriers

Question 52

Marilyn is a patient at the OB/GYN clinic where you work. After two years of trying, she has failed to become pregnant. She has had extensive testing, which did not turn up any abnormalities. However, she says, "I know there must be something wrong with me. My husband says it has to be my fault, because men never have fertility problems." How should you respond?

A) "Don't worry; we will keep on testing until we find out exactly what your problem is."
B) "Actually, 35% of the time, infertility is due to male causes."
C) "There is nothing more we can do for you here; have you considered therapy?"
D) "Your husband is wrong; there is nothing wrong with you, so there must be something wrong with him."
E) "If you want to get pregnant, you have to start thinking more positively."

Question 53

In the female cycle, it is the falling levels of estrogen and ________ that cause the uterine lining to break down and menses to start.

Question 54

Which form of contraception requires the male to withdraw before ejaculation?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Coitus interruptus
D) IUD
E) Oral contraceptives

Question 55

Geneva is 8 months pregnant when she finds out that she has acquired the herpes simplex 2 virus. She is looking forward to having the baby and plans a natural childbirth at a nearby birthing facility. What is the greatest danger with this plan?

A) Geneva may die in childbirth if she is having a herpes outbreak at the time.
B) Her husband may leave her if the baby is born with herpes.
C) There are no particular dangers, as long as both mother and baby receive antiviral medication.
D) Geneva may have trouble delivering the baby naturally because she has herpes.
E) Natural childbirth may cause the baby to contract the virus, with potentially fatal results.

Question 56

In fetal development, the ____ allows blood to bypass the liver.

A) foramen ovale
B) ductus arteriosus
C) ductus venosus
D) amnion
E) pulmonary trunk

Question 57

The cell that is formed by the union of the sperm and egg is called a(n) ________.

Question 58

The diaphragm is an example of a(n) ____.

A) rhythm method
B) mechanical barrier
C) oral contraceptive
D) IUD
E) chemical barrier

Question 59

Which of these is located between the right and left atria during fetal development?

A) Foramen ovale
B) Ductus arteriosus
C) Ductus venosus
D) Amnion
E) Pulmonary trunk

Question 60

Which method of contraception relies on abstinence from intercourse when the female is ovulating?

A) Rhythm
B) Mechanical barriers
C) Oral contraceptives
D) IUD
E) Coitus interruptus

Question 61

Number 5 on the figure of the female reproductive system represents the ________.

Question 62

On the figure of the male reproductive system, number 12 identifies the ________.

Question 63

Women over the age of 40 have less than a(n) ________% chance of conceiving each month.

Question 64

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 3 represents the ________.

Question 65

The ________ is shown at number 9 on the figure of the male reproductive system.

Question 66

The structure indicated by number 1 in the figure is the ________.

Question 67

Number 4 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 68

Number 5 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 69

Number 7 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.

Question 70

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 4 shows the ________.

Question 71

Number 2 on the figure represents the ________.

Question 72

The ________ is shown at number 6 on the figure of the male reproductive system.

Question 73

Number 15 on the figure of the male reproductive system represents the _______.

Question 74

Number 13 on the figure of the male reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 75

Number 10 on the figure of the male reproductive system represents the ________.

Question 76

Number 11 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.

Question 77

Number 3 on the figure of the male reproductive system is the ________.

Question 78

Number 1 on the figure of the female reproductive system shows the ________.

Question 79

On the figure of the male reproductive system, number 14 shows the ________.

Question 80

On the figure of the female reproductive system, number 2 indicates the ________.