Deck 5: Contraception: Planning and Preventing Pregnancy

Question 1

One thing all female hormonal contraceptives have in common is that they _____.

A)alter certain aspects of a woman's ovulation cycle or reproductive tract
B)form a barrier between egg and sperm
C)prevent entry of the sperm into the fallopian tubes
D)kill and weaken sperm

Answer 1

A
Explanation: Female hormonal methods of contraception prevent pregnancy by altering certain characteristics of a woman's ovulation cycle or reproductive tract. Hormonal contraception prevents ovulation, thickens the cervical mucus to create a barrier against sperm, or changes the lining of the uterus so that even if an egg is fertilized, it will not implant and create a pregnancy.

Question 2

Why is douching ineffective in preventing pregnancy?

A)because seminal fluid sticks to the vaginal walls preventing sperm from being killed
B)the water or other solution used to wash out the vagina can actually push the remaining sperm through the cervix even faster
C)because semen is an acid-like substance which counteracts the effects of douching
D)because douching kills bacteria that helps sperm swim to the fallopian tubes

Answer 2

B
Explanation: Many people still believe in certain myths about contraception; one such myth is that douching is an effective way to prevent pregnancy. The truth is that the stream of water or other solution used to wash out the vagina can actually push the remaining sperm through the cervix even faster. Not only is douching not recommended for contraception, but it could force bacteria higher into a woman's reproductive system and increase the risk of infections.

Question 3

When used correctly, the male condom is placed over _____.

A)the penis right before ejaculation
B)the penis prior to erection
C)an erect penis prior to intercourse
D)an erect penis sometime during intercourse

Answer 3

C
Explanation: The condom should be placed on the erect penis before any contact between the penis and the partner's genital area.

Question 4

One reason for condom failure is _____.

A)using old condoms
B)manufacturing defects
C)wrong size
D)allergic reactions

Question 5

Why is it recommended that only polyurethane or latex condoms be used to protect against pregnancy and STIs?

A)Disease-causing viruses can pass through the pores in lambskin condoms.
B)Lambskin condoms are lubricated with Vaseline which causes them to break.
C)Latex and polyurethane condoms never expire.
D)Latex and polyurethane condoms always have a reservoir tip which limits breakage.

Question 6

The Comstock Act was a bill that stated _____.

A)it was illegal to sell or distribute any birth control information or devices
B)sodomy was legal
C)abortion was illegal
D)homosexual marriages was illegal

Question 7

How do condoms work to prevent pregnancy?

A)They release a chemical that kills sperm.
B)They contain chemicals that combine with a woman's natural lubrication to stop sperm from leaving the vagina.
C)They release a chemical that prevents eggs from being fertilized .
D)They provide a barrier to prevent semen from entering the vagina.

Question 8

Condoms have a _____ failure rate when used correctly and consistently.

A)3%
B)10%
C)30%
D)50%

Question 9

Behaviors available to a couple practicing outercourse include _____.

A)vaginal intercourse
B)anal intercourse
C)oral sex
D)intimate touching

Question 10

About _____ percent of all pregnancies in the United States are unplanned.

A)33
B)25
C)50
D)80

Question 11

Baron and Nettie are about to engage in intercourse together for the first time.They can best increase their confidence in their use of the male condom by using _____.

A)condoms with nonoxynol-9
B)condoms with a reservoir tip
C)lambskin condoms
D)natural membrane condoms

Question 12

Ethan has chosen celibacy as his method of contraception.What does this mean?

A)Ethan cannot have intercourse but can masturbate.
B)Ethan can engage in deep kissing and mutual masturbation.
C)Ethan must avoid any activity where seminal fluids are secreted.
D)Ethan must avoid all sexual expression and activity.

Question 13

The female condom works by _____.

A)releasing a spermicide into the vagina
B)preventing an exchange of sexual fluids
C)changing the chemical balance within the vagina
D)creating a barrier between the cervix and fallopian tubes

Question 14

Harrison's sexuality class is learning to use male condoms correctly.His professor probably told the class to _____.

A)unroll the condom prior to placing it on the penis
B)withdraw the penis when the erection is lost after ejaculation
C)always use water-based lubricants
D)fill the condom with water prior to using to test for leakage

Question 15

Research has shown that _____ percent of unplanned pregnancies occur in couples that are using contraceptives.

A)23
B)40
C)53
D)60

Question 16

What is the name of the process that is used to prevent conception?

A)contraception
B)abortion
C)sexual supplements
D)adoption

Question 17

Danielle would like to use a method of contraception that protects against sexually transmitted infections and prevents pregnancy.Which of the following would be the best choice for her?

A)cervical cap
B)birth control pills
C)diaphragm
D)selective abstinence

Question 18

.An advantage of the female condom is it _____.

A)has a significantly higher success rate than the male condom
B)is cheaper than male condoms
C)allows women to be more in control of contraception
D)is not lubricated therefore eliminating allergic reactions

Question 19

Outercourse is a form of _____.

A)abstinence were a couple avoids risky sexual behaviors such as intercourse
B)contraception where a couple avoids all sexual expression and activity
C)contraception where the man withdraws his penis prior to ejaculation
D)abstinence where a couple only engages in anal intercourse

Question 20

Margaret Sanger was a widely recognized leader in the _____ movement in the United States.

A)Comstock
B)contraceptive
C)abstinence
D)abortion

Question 21

Oral contraceptives are also referred to as _____.

A)birth control pills
B)barrier methods
C)fertility awareness
D)sterilization

Question 22

Depo-Provera is a(n) _____.

A)injectable hormonal contraceptive
B)hormonal implant
C)contraceptive patch
D)emergency contraceptive pill

Question 23

Hormonal implants differ from traditional oral contraceptives (birth control pills) because hormonal implants _____.

A)have no negative side effects
B)have a much higher effectiveness rate than birth control pills
C)use a different method to release contraceptive hormones into a woman's body
D)have to be replaced every six months

Question 24

What are emergency contraceptive pills?

A)pills used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse has occurred
B)pills taken when one birth control pill is missed
C)pills taken prior to sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy
D)pills used to terminate an unplanned pregnancy

Question 25

The most common incorrect use of oral contraceptives is _____.

A)taking them at different times each day
B)taking more than one per day
C)taking the wrong pill
D)forgetting to take them every day

Question 26

Mary takes her progestin-only contraceptive pill at 8:00 every morning, but today she didn't remember to take it until 3:00 in the afternoon.What should she do?

A)throw away the rest of the pack and avoid intercourse for ten days
B)take two pills every morning for the rest of the month
C) take a pill as soon as she remembers, take the next pill at the usual time, and use a backup method for 48 hours after taking the late pill
D)ask her physician to prescribe a different oral contraceptive

Question 27

Victoria was told that a common side effect of Depo-Provera is amenorrhea.Which of the following would you use to explain the term amenorrhea to Victoria?

A)cessation of a woman's period
B)very heavy and long periods
C)a type of depression
D)spotting between periods

Question 28

Arianna is using a new oral contraceptive called Seasonale.How many days does she take the pills with hormones?

A)28 days
B)21 days
C)78 days
D)84 days

Question 29

A disadvantage of using oral contraceptives is that they _____.

A)increase the length and severity of menstrual periods
B)are not very effective in preventing pregnancy
C)offer no protection against sexually transmitted infections
D)cause the growth of facial hair

Question 30

Natalia is interested in using extended oral contraception such as Seasonale and Seasonique.What should she know about this method?

A)It must be taken for 50 consecutive days.
B)She may have bleeding or spotting between menstrual periods.
C)It provides protection from sexually transmitted infections.
D)She may never have a period again.

Question 31

An advantages of the hormonal implant is that it _____.

A)has near perfect effectiveness
B)offers protection from STIs
C)may reduce the length of a period
D)has no possible side effects

Question 32

Which two hormones are used in the combination pill?

A)estrogen and testosterone
B)nonoxynol-9 and estrogen
C)progestin and estrogen
D)nonoxynol-9 and progestin

Question 33

The minipill is a hormonal method that contains _____.

A)estrogen
B)progestin
C)progesterone
D)testosterone

Question 34

Which of the following is a barrier method of contraception?

A)calendar
B)sterilization
C)diaphragm
D)ring

Question 35

Yolanda is using a form of birth control called Ortho Evra.What type of contraception is Yolanda using?

A)IUD
B)implants
C)injection
D)patch

Question 36

Oral contraceptives_____.

A)offer protection against sexually transmitted infections
B)are an effective method of preventing pregnancy
C)should be used with a spermicide
D)contain the hormone testosterone

Question 37

Arielle is going to use the contraceptive patch.Her physician probably told her that each patch is worn for _____ consecutive weeks, then the _____ week is patch-free.

A)four; fifth
B)three; fourth
C)two; third
D)five; sixth

Question 38

How does the contraceptive ring work?

A)It is inserted into the vagina and is left there for three weeks.
B)It is injected every three months and delivers one hormone.
C)It is attached to the abdomen and delivers two hormones.
D)It is implanted in the underarm and is left for three years.

Question 39

An advantage of using oral contraception is that it _____.
a.is impossible to miss a dose
b.offers protection from STIs
c.may reduce the length of a period
d.has no possible side effects

Question 40

How is Depo-Provera administered?

A)It is injected every three months.
B)It is taken in pill form every day.
C)It is implanted under the arm.
D)It is inserted into a woman's vagina.

Question 41

Laparoscopy is a form of female sterilization that involves _____ incisions.

A)two
B)three
C)four
D)five

Question 42

Rena is using the basal body temperature method.She needs to check her temperature _____.

A)every day
B)every other day
C)only when she thinks she is ovulating
D)the week after ovulation has ended

Question 43

An advantage of fertility awareness is that these methods_____.

A)protect against sexually transmitted infections
B)do not require cooperation from both partners
C)have a low failure rate if used incorrectly
D)have no negative side effects

Question 44

A disadvantage of the contraceptive sponge is it _____.

A)typically prevents ovulation
B)is less effective in preventing pregnancy than some other methods
C)reduces the length of a period
D)interferes with future fertility

Question 45

Lena is interested in using the intrauterine device (IUD) as her form of contraception.What should she know about it?

A)Spermicides must be used with an IUD
B)There are many negative side effects
C)It has a low effectiveness rate
D)It is an effective method of contraception that does not require the user to remember to take a pill every day.

Question 46

Max and Mimi are using a method of birth control that requires Mimi to carefully observe changes in the secretions from her cervix to predict ovulation.This couple is using the _____ method.

A)standard days
B)Two-Day
C)symptothermal
D)basal body temperature

Question 47

Josh and Rashida are considering using spermicides as their form of contraception.What should they know about spermicides prior to using them?

A)They offer protection from sexually transmitted infections.
B)They have a very low failure rate.
C)They should be applied inside the vagina within two hours of intercourse.
D)A new application of spermicide must be used for each act of intercourse.

Question 48

Caresa has a somewhat irregular menstrual cycle ranging from 21 to 35 days.Are Caresa and her partner good candidates for the Standard Days method of birth control?

A)No, because it is very difficult to accurately predict when she ovulates and therefore which days are "safe" from pregnancy.
B)No, because she may end up having intercourse near the beginning of her period, thereby increasing the likelihood of conception.
C)Yes, because not having to use any artificial means of birth control will greatly enhance their sexual satisfaction.
D)Yes, because an irregular menstrual cycle indicates that she is probably not fertile anyway.

Question 49

A _____ involves cutting and tying off the vas deferens so that sperm produced by the testicles can no longer mix with semen in the ejaculate.

A)vasectomy
B)tubal ligation
C)Essure PBC
D)laparoscopy

Question 50

Sterilization procedures for both men and women involve _____.

A)surgery
B)abstaining
C)oral contraception
D)insertion of a vaginal ring

Question 51

How does the contraceptive sponge work?

A)It releases spermicide when inserted into the vagina.
B)It blocks sperm from reaching the cervix.
C)It prevents the passage of the zygote into the uterus.
D)It prevents ovulation by secreting hormones.

Question 52

The intrauterine device is inserted into the _____.

A)fallopian tubes
B)ovaries
C)uterus
D)labia

Question 53

What is one way in which the IUD works?

A)It releases spermicide when inserted into the vagina.
B)It prevents the ovum from reaching the fallopian tube.
C)It prevents the passage of the zygote into the uterus.
D)It contains a progesterone-like hormone that thickens the cervical mucus so sperm cannot pass through.

Question 54

Lloyd and Luna are using a method of birth control that is based on ovulation prediction.This couple is using a(n) _____ method.

A)barrier
B)hormonal
C)intrauterine
D)fertility awareness

Question 55

Spermicides should be applied within _____ before intercourse.

A)1 hour
B)3 hours
C)4 hours
D)8 hours

Question 56

For increased accuracy when using fertility awareness, it is recommended to _____.

A)also use an IUD
B)only check cervical mucus
C)monitor changes in cervical mucus and changes in basal body temperature
D)also take birth control pills

Question 57

According to the Two-Day method of birth control _____.

A)a woman should check for changes in her vaginal walls every week
B)it is okay to use hormonal contraceptives while learning to use this method
C)it is safe to have unprotected sex during a woman's period
D)unprotected intercourse should be avoided when mucus is present for two days

Question 58

Ed and Louisa would like to use the diaphragm as their method of contraception.What should they know about effective diaphragm use?

A)There is no need to use a spermicide with the diaphragm.
B)It may be inserted up to 24 hours prior to intercourse.
C)It must be left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse.
D)Additional spermicide is not needed if intercourse is repeated within 6 hours.

Question 59

The cervical cap provides protection for up to _____ without the necessity of additional spermicide.

A)6 hours
B)8 hours
C)24 hours
D)48 hours

Question 60

Jessica is using a new type of contraceptive that is used like a diaphragm but does not need to be fitted by a health professional.What is the name of this contraceptive?

A)IUD
B)cervical cap
C)contraceptive ring
D)Lea's Shield

Question 61

Recent research reveals that the use of condoms lubricated with nonoxynol-9 may decrease the possibility of HIV transmission.

Question 62

Research shows that college students who are using contraception tend to use it inconsistently.

Question 63

Chuck is a participant in a research study that is exploring a contraceptive technique for men called RISUG.How does RISUG work?

A)It changes the acidity and electrical charge of sperm cells, making them incapable of fertilization.
B)It plugs the vasa deferenita.
C)It interferes with the calcium in the heads of sperm, making it difficult to dissolve the outside of the ovum.
D)It alters male hormones so that sperm production decreases to the point of infertility.

Question 64

Abortion is _____.

A)a method used to prevent pregnancy
B)the termination of a pregnancy
C)an easy decision for most people
D)a fertility awareness method

Question 65

In the late 1800s, the only form of birth control available to most people was the rhythm method.

Question 66

Antimicrobial and spermicidal gels that are applied vaginally, like BufferGel, are designed to kill _____.

A)sperm cells and increase sexual pleasure
B)only viruses, but not bacteria c bacteria and prevent a fertilized egg from reaching the uterus
D)sperm cells and block most of the pathogens that cause many STIs

Question 67

How many types of contraceptive methods are available for men?

A)one
B)three
C)five
D)seven

Question 68

The only 100-percent effective way to prevent pregnancy and contracting STIs is selective abstinence.

Question 69

Removal of male condoms should occur after the loss of erection.

Question 70

Inadequate lubrication during intercourse may cause a condom to break.

Question 71

Withdrawal prior to ejaculation provides protection from sexually-transmitted infections.

Question 72

Larry is a participant in a research study that is exploring a male hormonal contraceptive.How does this type of contraception work?

A)It changes the electrical charge of sperm cells, making them incapable of fertilization.
B)It plugs the vasa deferenita.
C)It deforms the heads of the sperm, making it difficult to penetrate the ovum.
D)It alters male hormones so that sperm production decreases to the point of infertility.

Question 73

Having sexual intercourse standing up will prevent conception.

Question 74

The female condom should be used at the same time as a male condom.

Question 75

Couples who are able to communicate effectively about contraception are more likely to use it consistently.

Question 76

After a vasectomy, a man is not considered to be infertile until he has submitted two semen samples after three months.This is to make sure that _____.

A)no sperm cells are left over in his reproductive tract following surgery
B)his scars have healed
C)he is ejaculating properly
D)a sufficient cut was made in his urethra

Question 77

Douching is an effective means of contraception.

Question 78

Margaret Sanger's later work for contraceptive research funding resulted in the development of the first hormonal birth control pill.

Question 79

What are immunocontraceptives?

A)a hormonal contraceptive for men
B)a gel that kills sperm cells
C)a method to plug the vas deferentia
D)a injection that vaccinates men against fertility

Question 80

Research shows that most male and female college students are using reliable contraception.