Deck 7: Contraception

Question 1

As a method of contraception,vaginal spermicides are more effective than male condoms.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Selective abstinence includes sexual behaviors such as vaginal,anal,and oral intercourse.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

A female condom should be used in combination with a male condom to increase protection against STIs and prevent pregnancy.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Female condoms prevent the transmission of STIs but do not reduce the risk of pregnancy.

Question 5

Continuous abstinence is a method of contraception that protects against pregnancy but not STIs.

Question 6

Vasectomies have a lower failure rate than injectable contraceptives.

Question 7

The contraceptive or vaginal ring delivers hormones similar to a combination oral contraceptive every day over a 3-week period.

Question 8

Vaginal spermicides provide protection against STIs.

Question 9

While spermicides can be used alone,they are most effective when used with barrier methods.

Question 10

Human error is the most important variable when evaluating effectiveness.

Question 11

Regular breastfeeding is a more effective form of birth control than the withdrawal method.

Question 12

Femcap and Lea's shield are examples of cervical barriers.

Question 13

The withdrawal method is one of the most effective methods of birth control.

Question 14

Intrauterine devices reduce the risk of pregnancy by preventing ovulation.

Question 15

Cervical barrier methods of contraception protects against both pregnancy and STIs.

Question 16

IUDs do not protect against STIs and women are at an increased risk for an STI during the first 4 months after insertion.

Question 17

Fluid-free sexual behaviors include activities such as mutual masturbation or pleasuring one another with toys (as long as they are not shared).

Question 18

A physician must fit individuals with the diaphragm and cervical cap.

Question 19

Female condoms have a lower failure rate than intrauterine devices.

Question 20

Condoms are the only barrier method that protects against STIs,including HIV.

Question 21

_____ refers to a form of permanent,surgical contraception in which the fallopian tubes are tied,cut,or blocked to prevent egg and sperm from uniting.

A) Subdermal implant
B) Pessary
C) Tubal ligation
D) Vasectomy
E) Intrauterine device

Question 22

Identify the method of contraception from Hindu medicine in which the male totally avoids ejaculation.

A) Coitus obstructus
B) Douching
C) Coitus reservatus
D) Coitus interruptus
E) Tubal ligation

Question 23

_____ were used by the ancient Jews and other peoples to block the sperm from entering the cervix.

A) Subdermal implants
B) Spermicides
C) Sea sponges
D) Condoms
E) Douches

Question 24

Identify the method of birth control that is permanent.

A) Vaginal ring
B) Vasectomy
C) Pessary method
D) Spermicide
E) Intrauterine device

Question 25

_____ refers to an unreliable method of contraception involving removing the penis from the vagina just prior to ejaculation.

A) Coitus obstructus
B) Douching
C) Coitus reservatus
D) Pessary
E) Withdrawal method

Question 26

Which of the following is a permanent method of birth control?

A) Vaginal ring
B) Intrauterine device
C) Pessary method
D) Condoms
E) Tubal ligation

Question 27

_____ refers to a method of washing out the vagina or washing the penis.

A) Coitus obstructus
B) Douching
C) Coitus reservatus
D) Coitus interruptus
E) Tubal ligation

Question 28

Which of the following contraceptive methods is used most commonly by tribal societies?

A) Subdermal implant
B) Pessary
C) Sea sponge
D) Condom
E) Spermicide

Question 29

Which of the following is a suppository,object,or elixir placed in the vagina as a method of birth control?

A) Subdermal implant
B) Spermicide
C) Sea sponge
D) Condom
E) Pessary

Question 30

_____ refers to a form of permanent,surgical contraception where sperm are prevented from mixing with semen in ejaculate by cutting or tying off the vas deferens.

A) Vaginal ring
B) Intrauterine device
C) Pessary method
D) Vasectomy
E) Tubal ligation

Question 31

Hannah has decided that she does not want to have any more children.Therefore,she wants to use the most effective method of birth control.Which of the following forms of birth control would be the best option for Hannah?

A) Vasectomy
B) Tubal ligation
C) Cervical cap with spermicides
D) Subdermal implants
E) Contraceptive pills

Question 32

Which of the following methods of birth control has the lowest failure rate?

A) Diaphragm
B) Female sterilization
C) Contraceptive pills
D) Fertility awareness methods
E) Spermicides

Question 33

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using diaphragms with spermicide?

A) Reduces male sensitivity
B) Partner agreement is necessary
C) Requires strong commitment
D) Requires interruption of intercourse
E) Increases risk of female urinary tract infections

Question 34

_____ refers to process or method used to prevent conception or pregnancy.

A) Abstinence
B) Ligation
C) Vasectomy
D) Abortion
E) Contraception

Question 35

_____ is the general category of putting pressure on the testicles,a method from Ancient India,which was thought to cause sperm to be ejaculated into the bladder.

A) Coitus obstructus
B) Coitus reservatus
C) Douching
D) Coitus interruptus
E) Tubal ligation

Question 36

Which of the following methods of birth control has the highest failure rate?

A) Implants
B) Intrauterine devices
C) Vasectomy
D) Male condoms
E) Injectables

Question 37

Identify a cervical barrier method of contraception.

A) Combination pills
B) Female condoms
C) Diaphragms
D) Contraceptive patches
E) Contraceptive rings

Question 38

Mira wants to prevent the risk of pregnancy and protect herself against STIs when she engages in sexual intercourse.Which of the following would be the best method of birth control for Mira?

A) Contraceptive pills
B) Male condoms
C) Vaginal ring
D) Subdermal implant
E) Tubal ligation

Question 39

Which of the following is a method of contraception that involves withdrawal of the penis from the vagina before ejaculation?

A) Douching
B) Coitus reservatus
C) Coitus obstructus
D) Coitus interruptus
E) Tubal ligation

Question 40

Which of the following methods of birth control protects against both pregnancy and STIs?

A) Vasectomy
B) Lea's Shield
C) Cervical cap
D) Male condoms
E) Diaphragms

Question 41

Which of the following methods of contraception protects against STIs?

A) Intrauterine devices
B) Female condoms
C) Diaphragms
D) Cervical caps
E) Contraceptive pills

Question 42

_____ refers to pills containing female hormones that are taken every day by women to prevent pregnancy.

A) Hormonal implants
B) Female condoms
C) Diaphragms
D) Vaginal rings
E) Oral contraceptives

Question 43

_____ refers to a thin sheath made of latex or polyurethane that is worn internally by a woman during intercourse.

A) Female condom
B) Cervical cap
C) Diaphragm
D) Contraceptive patch
E) Contraceptive ring

Question 44

Identify a way in which birth control pills work.

A) They release copper into the uterus which immobilizes sperm cells.
B) They increase the frequency of menstrual periods.
C) They cause ovulation to occur more frequently.
D) They form a barrier over the cervix that prevents sperm cells from entering the uterus.
E) They thicken the cervical mucus to prevent sperm from joining the egg.

Question 45

Which of the following methods of contraception alter specific characteristics of a woman's ovulation cycle or reproductive tract?

A) Fertility awareness methods
B) Barrier Methods
C) Cervical Barrier Methods
D) Vaginal Spermicides
E) Female hormonal methods

Question 46

_____ prevent ovulation,thicken cervical mucus to prevent sperm from joining the egg,or alter the lining of the uterus to prevent implantation of a fertilized egg.

A) Fertility awareness methods
B) Hormonal methods
C) Cervical Barrier Methods
D) Vaginal Spermicides
E) Barrier Methods

Question 47

_____ allows a one-way flow of fluid from the cervix to the vagina but prevents semen from contact with the cervix.

A) A cervical cap
B) A diaphragm
C) Lea's Shield
D) FemCap
E) A female condom

Question 48

Which of the following is a temporary method of birth control that requires trained personnel for insertion and withdrawal?

A) Injectable
B) Intrauterine device
C) Contraceptive ring
D) Vasectomy
E) Tubal ligation

Question 49

_____ refers to a form of contraception in which individuals avoid certain sexual behaviors that could lead to pregnancy or the transmission of STIs,such as vaginal,anal,or oral intercourse.

A) Continuous abstinence
B) Postovulation
C) Selective abstinence
D) Lea's shield
E) Hormonal contraceptive

Question 50

Birth control pills:

A) kills sperm cells by creating a hostile environment within the uterus.
B) facilitates the implantation of a fertilized egg into the lining of the uterus.
C) promote the fertilization of the egg by a sperm cell.
D) prevent ovulation from occurring by changing a woman's hormone levels.
E) obstruct the cervix and thus prevents sperm from entering the uterus.

Question 51

Which of the following is another term for oral contraceptives?

A) Hormonal implants
B) Birth control pills
C) Diaphragms
D) Vaginal rings
E) Female condoms

Question 52

Which of the following is a benefit of birth control pills containing lower doses of estrogen?

A) The effectiveness of the pills is increased
B) Potential side effects are substantially reduced
C) The cost of pills is reduced
D) The pills become more readily available
E) The protection against STIs is increased

Question 53

Helena uses a method of birth control that alters the lining of her uterus and thus prevents the implantation of a fertilized egg.Identify the type of contraception that Helena is using.

A) Cervical cap
B) Vaginal spermicide
C) Diaphragm
D) Oral contraceptive
E) Female condom

Question 54

Which of the following methods of birth control requires a woman to not rinse the vagina or douche for at least 6 hours after intercourse?

A) Spermicides
B) Pessary
C) Diaphragms
D) Female condoms
E) Oral contraceptives

Question 55

_____ refers to a form of contraception that involves completely refraining from sexual intercourse.

A) Continuous abstinence
B) Selective abstinence
C) Fluid-free sexual behaviors
D) Lea's shield
E) Hormonal contraceptive

Question 56

Identify the single biggest difference between today's hormonal contraceptives and the original birth control pills.

A) The current versions contain high doses of androgens.
B) The current versions contain very high doses of estrogen.
C) The current versions contain much lower doses of estrogen.
D) The current versions are much cheaper.
E) They current versions cause more side effects.

Question 57

Identify the type of oral contraceptive that contains progestin only.

A) Minipills
B) Combination pills
C) Hormonal implants
D) Biphasic pills
E) Hormonal patches

Question 58

During ejaculation,the _____ catches semen and prevents it from entering the vagina,cervix,anus,or mouth.

A) pessary
B) sea sponge
C) diaphragm
D) condom
E) intrauterine device

Question 59

Which of the following is a hormonal method of birth control?

A) Injectable
B) Intrauterine device
C) Lea's shield
D) Contraceptive sponges
E) Vaginal spermicides

Question 60

Which of the following methods of birth control has the highest typical failure rate?

A) Contraceptive patch
B) Implants
C) Minipills
D) Contraceptive sponges
E) Injectables

Question 61

Identify an effect of copper IUDs that prevent pregnancy.

A) It immobilizes the sperm on the way to the fallopian tubes.
B) It prevents the release of an egg from the ovary.
C) It disrupts a woman's menstrual cycle.
D) It blocks the entry of sperm into the uterus.
E) It kills sperm in the vagina and thus prevents its entry into the uterus.

Question 62

Jill uses a type of contraception that works by slowly releasing hormones into the body.It prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation or thickening cervical mucus.Identify the form of contraception that Jill is using.

A) Cervical caps
B) Essure
C) Hormonal implant
D) Intrauterine device
E) Emergency contraception

Question 63

Which of the following is a method of voluntary surgical contraception that is available for men?

A) Essure
B) Tubal ligation
C) Laproscopy
D) Intrauterine method
E) Vasectomy

Question 64

_____ refers to a surgical alteration of the internal reproductive system of either male or female that permanently blocks sperm cells from fertilizing an ovum.

A) Abortion
B) Sterilization
C) Emergency contraception
D) Intrauterine method
E) Laproscopy

Question 65

_____ refers to a surgical procedure whereby small incisions are made in the abdomen in which a viewing scope and surgical instruments are inserted to perform surgery.

A) Vasectomy
B) Colonoscopy
C) Laparoscopy
D) Tubal ligation
E) Essure

Question 66

The _____ contains 21 active pills that all contain the same level of hormones.

A) biphasic pill
B) monophasic pill
C) minipill
D) triphasic pill
E) contraceptive patch

Question 67

Which of the following is an effect of hormonal IUDs that prevent pregnancy?

A) Prevention of ovulation
B) Destruction of the egg
C) Immobilization of sperm
D) Thickening of the cervical mucus
E) Thickening of the uterine lining

Question 68

The contraceptive or vaginal ring delivers hormones similar to:

A) an injectable contraceptive.
B) a combination oral contraceptive.
C) a minipill.
D) an emergency contraception.
E) vaginal spermicides.

Question 69

_____ involves taking 1 pill as soon after unprotected intercourse as possible but within 72 hours.

A) Voluntary surgical contraception
B) Emergency contraception
C) Combination oral contraception
D) Progestin-only contraception
E) Fertility awareness method

Question 70

Which of the following types of contraceptives works by releasing a small amount of progestin or a similar hormone is released into the uterus?

A) Vaginal rings
B) Hormonal implants
C) Hormonal IUDs
D) Injectable contraceptives
E) Contraceptive patches

Question 71

A(n)_____ is a small,T-shaped plastic device that a medical professional places in the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

A) FemCap
B) cervical cap
C) diaphragm
D) intrauterine device
E) female condom

Question 72

Marian has a history of blood clots,and her doctor has advised her not to take birth control pills that contain estrogen.She is in a committed monogamous relationship where there is no risk of transmission of STIs.Which of the following would be the best and most effective method of contraception for Marian?

A) Withdrawal method
B) Minipills
C) Female condoms
D) Male condoms
E) Combination pills

Question 73

Which of the following types of contraceptives is designed specifically for women who are breastfeeding?

A) Biphasic pill
B) Monophasic pill
C) Minipill
D) Triphasic pill
E) Combination pill

Question 74

Depo-Provera,an injectable contraceptive,contains a form of _____ which prevents pregnancy in a manner similar to hormonal implants.

A) progestin
B) estrogen
C) testosterone
D) insulin
E) adrenaline

Question 75

The _____ is a small tube of progestin that is inserted under the skin of a woman's upper arm.

A) contraceptive patch
B) injectable contraceptive
C) oral contraceptive
D) hormonal implant
E) emergency contraception

Question 76

Why do women who are breastfeeding require progestin-only minipills?

A) The progestin in minipills promotes the infant's growth.
B) Minipills do not need to be taken every day.
C) Minipills are more effective at preventing pregnancies.
D) Estrogen in combination pills can harm the breastfeeding infant.
E) Estrogen in combination pills can reduce milk production

Question 77

Identify the reversible method of birth control in which fertility can take up to a year to return after discontinuation.

A) Hormonal implant
B) Vasectomy
C) Tubal ligation
D) Contraceptive patch
E) Injectable contraceptive

Question 78

Which of the following should NOT be used as a regular form of contraception due to the high dosage of hormones it contains?

A) Emergency contraception
B) Hormonal implant
C) Contraceptive ring
D) Contraceptive patch
E) Injectable contraceptive

Question 79

_____ can prevent pregnancy after an instance of unprotected intercourse or when a condom or other barrier method fails.

A) Contraceptive rings
B) Minipills
C) Combination pills
D) Emergency contraception
E) Injectable contraceptives

Question 80

Which of the following is a consequence of using emergency contraception as a regular form of birth control?

A) It can lead to the transmission of STIs.
B) It can cause an obstruction of the cervix.
C) It can cause the cervical mucus to thicken and prevent fertilization.
D) It can lead to unwanted pregnancies.
E) It can impact a woman's normal menstrual cycle.