Deck 6: Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Question 1

What sexual function relates to the corpora cavernosum and corpus spongiosum?

A) Production of sperm
B) Erection
C) Amount of semen
D) Level of sensitivity of the glans

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Sperm requires temperatures cooler than the body's temperature for viability.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Annual prostate exams are recommended for men beginning at 60 years of age.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

From an evolutionary perspective, what was the function of the coronal ridge of the penis?

A) To protect the shaft of the penis
B) To push other men's sperm out to increase chances of fathering a child
C) To create sensations that will enhance orgasm for sexual partner
D) To hold more volume of sperm to increase chances of impregnation

Question 5

If a man is having erectile problems during sex and does not have erections when sleeping, the cause is most likely physiological.

Question 6

The majority of women and men report that penis size is a significant factor in the quality of a sex partner.

Question 7

Pre-ejaculatory fluid that many men experience during arousal is not able to contain?sperm as it occurs prior to movement of the sperm from the vas deferens to the?ejaculatory ducts.

Question 8

According to World Health Organization statistics, the majority of males are circumcised.

Question 9

If the penis curves to the left or right or points downward during an erection, the person should report this to his doctor.

Question 10

Evolutionary theory suggests that the shape of the penis allows it to remove another lover's sperm from the reproductive tract of a woman.

Question 11

The only early detection system for testicular cancer is testicular self-examination (TSE).

Question 12

The urethra carries urine outside of the body, and the corpus cavernosum carries sperm outside of the body.

Question 13

The penis is made up of many small muscles attached to a piece of flexible cartilage.

Question 14

There is a higher rate of both prostate cancer and breast cancer in men who test positive for the BRCA genes.

Question 15

What part of the penis is made up of the corona, frenulum, and urethral opening?

A) Root
B) Foreskin
C) Glans penis
D) Perineum

Question 16

Which best describes the corpus spongiosum?

A) It contains tissue that fills with blood to cause an erection.
B) It is a muscle that helps the penis remain erect during intercourse.
C) It is one of the two bones of the penis.
D) It attaches the penis to the abdomen.

Question 17

What type of stimulation causes erections?

A) Olfactory (smells)
B) Cognitive (thoughts)
C) Auditory (sounds)
D) All of these

Question 18

If one testicle hangs noticeably lower than the other, this should be reported to a doctor.

Question 19

Ejaculation and orgasm are linked so that a man cannot experience one without the other.

Question 20

Males experience andropause at a much earlier age than females experience menopause.

Question 21

According to an evolutionary scientist, what characteristic of the penis would serve an important function related to sperm competition (when the sperm of two or more men is present in the female reproductive tract)?

A) The force of ejaculation
B) Sperm count
C) Coronal ridge
D) Penis size

Question 22

Jay often wakes up with an erection and sometimes experiences erections throughout the night. What is the most likely reason for this?

A) Jay looks at porn before falling asleep which causes erotic dreams.
B) Jay's REM cycles occur throughout the night and right before he wakes up.
C) Jay drinks too much fluid before going to bed which causes the need to urinate and pressure in his penis.
D) Jay does not masturbate frequently enough to release built-up amounts of semen.

Question 23

What is the primary function of the Cowper's glands?

A) Provide fluid to neutralize vaginal acidity
B) Propel the sperm from the testicles to the urethra
C) Produce the bulk of seminal fluid
D) Produce fluid to clean and lubricate the urethra

Question 24

What are the two main functions of the testicles?

A) Sperm and testosterone production
B) Semen and prostrate fluid storage
C) Erection and release of sperm
D) Semen storage and sperm cell protection

Question 25

What structure in the male reproductive system adds an alkaline fluid to semen which helps in neutralizing vaginal acidity?

A) Seminal vesicles
B) Epididymis
C) Cowper's gland
D) Prostate

Question 26

What part of the male reproductive system contracts and expands to regulate the temperature of the testicles?

A) Cremaster muscle
B) Penile root
C) Perineum
D) Seminiferous tubules

Question 27

How many sperm per day are commonly produced by the human male?

A) 300
B) 3,000
C) 300,000
D) 300 million

Question 28

According to recent research with college populations what was found related to sperm production?

A) Sperm production was highest for college males who had several sexual partners.
B) Sperm production was lower during exam periods than at the beginning of the semester.
C) Sperm production was higher in students attending college in cooler climates (e.g., Minnesota, New York) than those attending college in warmer parts of the U.S. (e.g., Florida, Texas).
D) Sperm production was highest for college males who masturbated daily.

Question 29

If during semen analysis, a doctor found that Tim's ejaculate contained approximately 15 million sperm per milliliter, what would a probable diagnosis be?

A) Gynecomastia
B) Prostate cancer
C) Infertility
D) Erectile dysfunction

Question 30

All of the following statements describe the epididymis EXCEPT:

A) It is a comma-shaped organ that sits on top of the testicle.
B) It is where sperm can be stored for several months.
C) If uncoiled, it would be about 20 feet long.
D) It is the place where sperm mature.

Question 31

All of the following are true regarding sperm EXCEPT:

A) Sperm counts have been declining in men throughout the world.
B) A research study showed that men who talked more than 4 hours a day on a cell phone had lower sperm quality.
C) There are several treatment options to increase sperm quantity and quality.
D) Research has shown that exposure to pesticides reduces semen quality.

Question 32

What describes the process of erection?

A) Rapid muscle contractions of the penile root
B) Blood engorgement of the testicles which push the penis up
C) Erectile tissues filling with blood
D) Temporary hardening of the penile cartilage

Question 33

If the semen of a man has a bitter taste, one could suspect that he:

A) Is old.
B) Is infertile.
C) Is a vegetarian.
D) Is a coffee drinker.

Question 34

Ovulation typically produces just one egg per cycle. Why does ejaculate contain more than just one sperm?

A) To increase chances of reaching the ovum and to work together to achieve fertilization through combined enzyme production
B) To stimulate ovulation for future egg production
C) To make up the bulk of the semen
D) To store excess sperm in the female body, facilitating fertility in case sexual contact does not occur before the next cycle

Question 35

What is 60-70% of semen made up of?

A) Sperm
B) Fluid from the seminal vesicles
C) Fluid from the prostate gland
D) Water

Question 36

What is the 18-inch tube that carries sperm away from the testicles and mixes it with other seminal fluids?

A) Epididymis
B) Vas deferens
C) Ejaculatory duct
D) Prostate

Question 37

What does the term spermatogenesis refer to?

A) The production of sperm
B) The production of semen
C) The process of converting sperm to semen
D) The process of converting testosterone to sperm

Question 38

What happens to faulty sperm and sperm that are not ejaculated?

A) They result in severe pain for the man.
B) They are reabsorbed into the body.
C) They reduce sexual arousal.
D) They cause temporary infertility.

Question 39

Erection is best described as a:

A) Spinal reflex.
B) Muscular contraction.
C) Cognitive process.
D) Tactile response.

Question 40

What is the primary reason the testicles are located outside of the body?

A) The body cavity is too moist.
B) Being outside of the body increases a male's sexual pleasure.
C) This provides temperature regulation for the sperm to survive.
D) The reason is unknown.

Question 41

Ty was injured at football practice and experienced acute scrotal pain, swelling, abdominal pain, and vomiting. In order to provide the best treatment, his condition needed to be diagnosed very quickly. What was the most likely diagnosis?

A) Priapism
B) Testicular torsion
C) Cryptorchidism
D) Peyronie's disease

Question 42

A 21-year-old male has just been diagnosed with cancer of the reproductive organs. Given his age, which of these cancers is more likely?

A) Penile
B) Prostate
C) Testicular
D) Breast

Question 43

Which man would be most at risk for testicular cancer?

A) Austin, age 25, who is White, drinks lots of milk, and uses marijuana daily
B) Jarod, age 44, who is Black, 6'4", and uses marijuana about once a month
C) Simon, age 15, who is Latino, 5'2", and has a second cousin who had testicular cancer
D) Gene, age 71, who is White, lactose intolerant, and smokes cigars

Question 44

All of the following statements are TRUE regarding testicular self-examinations EXCEPT?

A) They are the only early detection system for testicular cancer.
B) The majority of U.S. men surveyed reported doing monthly self-exams.
C) Most lumps that are found during self-exams are benign.
D) Doing the exam in a warm shower helps because the scrotum is relaxed and the testicles hang lower.

Question 45

Wayne is 50 years old and has recently developed a painful curvature of his penis making penetration impossible. What would be a likely diagnosis?

A) Priapism
B) Testicular torsion
C) Cryptorchidism
D) Peyronie's disease

Question 46

What term refers to the enlargement of the breasts in men?

A) Areolitis
B) Gynecomastia
C) Andropause
D) Hydrocele deficiency

Question 47

What term refers to the decrease of blood testosterone concentrations as a male ages?

A) Gynecomastia
B) Priapism
C) Andropause
D) Cryptorchidism

Question 48

Devon, whose mother smoked during pregnancy, was born prematurely and had to have surgery for undescended testes when he was 9 months old. What condition is Devon most likely diagnosed with?

A) Priapism
B) Testicular torsion
C) Cryptorchidism
D) Peyronie's disease

Question 49

What does your text cite as a potential factor for why breast cancer has a higher mortality rate in men than women?

A) Less is known about how to treat breast cancer in men.
B) Breast cancer is more common in White men and Black women. Since there are more White men in the population, it skews the statistics.
C) It is often diagnosed later in men than in women.
D) Men are more likely to develop a more deadly strain of breast cancer.

Question 50

Which man is most likely to develop prostate cancer?

A) John, a 55-year old Black man
B) Dan, a 55-year old White man
C) Thao, a 40-year old Asian man
D) Deon, a 25-year old Black man

Question 51

If a young male's body is just beginning the process of producing sperm, when is it likely that he would ejaculate mature, viable sperm?

A) At the same time as sperm production
B) Within the next 1-2 months
C) Within the next 1-2 years
D) Just prior to the onset of puberty

Question 52

Which of the following statements is most descriptive of a hydrocele?

A) An excessive accumulation of fluid in the tissue surrounding the testicle common in newborn males
B) An excessive accumulation of fluid in the tissue surrounding the testicle which requires immediate surgery to correct
C) A pain or swelling in the scrotum that is typically caused by a sports injury or vigorous sexual activity
D) A pain or swelling in the scrotum that causes severe pain and is most common in adolescent males

Question 53

What structure releases gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH), signaling the physiological start of puberty in boys?

A) The hypothalamus
B) The prostate gland
C) The testicles
D) The Cowper's gland

Question 54

What is the most common cause of gynecomastia?

A) Birth defects
B) Prenatal drug exposure
C) Hormonal issues
D) Aging

Question 55

Alex, a 20-year-old college student, took some of his father's Viagra with hopes of enhancing his sexual performance with his partner. Alex experienced an abnormally prolonged and painful erection which required a trip to the ER. What condition did Alex have?

A) Priapism
B) Testicular torsion
C) Cryptorchidism
D) Peyronie's disease

Question 56

Which statement regarding male circumcision is TRUE?

A) Health care providers recommend routine circumcision for male babies born in the United States.
B) Circumcision has been related to higher rates of cancer of the penis.
C) Circumcision is mainly practiced for religious and cultural reasons.
D) Mothers are more likely to believe that leaving the foreskin intact will create a more masculine look.

Question 57

What symptoms could a man expect related to andropause?

A) Mood fluctuations
B) Reduced testosterone production
C) Thinner ejaculate
D) All of these

Question 58

A man is experiencing a bump in his scrotum. This happened while he was lifting heavy boxes. Which of the following conditions is he most likely to have?

A) Hydrocele
B) Prostate cancer
C) Inguinal hernia
D) Scrotal hernia

Question 59

Next to skin cancer, what is the most frequent cause of cancer death in men?

A) Testicular
B) Prostate
C) Penile
D) Anal

Question 60

What triggers puberty in a boy's life?

A) Testosterone production
B) Onset of nighttime erections
C) Sperm production
D) It is unknown.

Question 61

Identify and discuss three possible reasons that sperm counts have been declining in men throughout the world over the past 20 years.

Question 62

Describe how and why the scrotum works to regulate temperature for the testicles.

Question 63

What are two of the most common surgical side effects of prostate cancer treatment?

A) Infertility and ejaculatory disorder
B) Low sexual desire and low sperm count
C) Prolonged erections and bladder problems
D) Erectile dysfunction and inability to hold one's urine

Question 64

Discuss the path of sperm from the testicles to ejaculation, explaining the various fluids added along the way to make semen.

Question 65

Discuss arguments for and against male circumcision referencing information from your text.

Question 66

Approximately how long does it take for a sperm to develop?

A) 24 hours
B) 1 week
C) 30 days
D) 72 days

Question 67

Identify the most common cancer in men between the ages of 25 and 34, and describe early symptoms and treatment options.

Question 68

What is found to detect more than 50% of cases of prostate cancer in its early stages?

A) Rectal exam
B) Prostate self-exam
C) Ultrasound
D) Hormone testing

Question 69

Differentiate between cryptorchidism, testicular torsion, priapism, and Peyronie's disease. Explain what these conditions are, the associated symptoms, and common treatments for each condition.

Question 70

What best describes the ejaculatory pathway of sperm?

A) Epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra
B) Seminal vesicles, epididymis, urethra, ejaculatory duct
C) Vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, seminal vesicles, epididymis
D) Ejaculatory duct, vas deferens, epididymis, urethra

Question 71

Discuss what we know about why male puberty begins. Identify at least four changes that take place during the time of puberty.

Question 72

In 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Association approved the first vaccine for:

A) Prostate cancer.
B) Testicular cancer.
C) Gynecomastia.
D) Priapism.

Question 73

Discuss what is known about testicular self-examinations. Include information about how often they should be performed, techniques for completing a self-exam, and obstacles to performing self-exams.

Question 74

Identify which cancer is most frequently diagnosed in men overall, and describe early symptoms and treatment options.

Question 75

List 3 effects that decreasing levels of testosterone can have on men.

Question 76

If treatment is not obtained within 6 hours from the onset of testicular torsion symptoms, what is a likely outcome?

A) Infertility
B) Loss of the testicle
C) Future erectile problems
D) Future orgasmic problems

Question 77

Which of the following statements regarding benign prostatic hypertrophy is TRUE?

A) It is more likely to affect the testes than the prostate.
B) In most cases it is quite serious and causes many problems.
C) It is a condition in which the prostate enlarges with age.
D) It is most common among men ages 25 to 40.