Deck 12: Reproductive Choices

Question 1

If a man and his partner decide they do not want any children in the future, he may consider having which procedure for permanent sterilization?

A)IUD placement
B)hormonal injection
C)vasectomy
D)hernia operation

Answer 1

vasectomy

Question 2

Barrier methods of contraception include all of the following EXCEPT the

A)diaphragm.
B)vaginal ring.
C)cervical cap.
D)female condom.

Answer 2

vaginal ring.

Question 3

Studies suggest that giving birth between the ages of ______ and ______ results in the least health risk to a woman and her child.

A)16; 28
B)18; 35
C)20; 38
D)20; 40

Answer 3

18; 35

Question 4

Which of the following statements about fertility awareness-based methods is FALSE?

A)These methods require the use of abstinence or barrier methods for part of the month.
B)A woman's temperature increases approximately 0.5 degrees Fahrenheit with ovulation.
C)The amount and consistency of a woman's cervical mucus changes with ovulation.
D)These methods are effective for any woman if she watches her body's signs.

Question 5

Mandy has been taking her temperature every morning with an accurate basal body thermometer.Mandy is most likely using which type of contraception?

A)fertility awareness-based method
B)withdrawal
C)oral contraceptives
D)hormonal implant

Question 6

Carmen places a circular rubber dome containing spermicide in her vagina prior to intercourse.Carmen is using which type of contraceptive?

A)vaginal ring
B)IUD
C)diaphragm
D)female condom

Question 7

Which of the following statements regarding emergency contraceptives is FALSE?

A)Emergency contraceptives are used within 48 to 72 hours of unprotected sex.
B)Emergency contraceptives are considered abortogenic agents.
C)Emergency contraceptives reduce the chance of pregnancy by preventing ovulation and fertilization.
D)Some pharmacies distribute emergency contraceptives without a physician's order.

Question 8

Ovulation typically occurs ______ days before the menstrual period begins.

A)7
B)10
C)20
D)14

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT one of the potential complications associated with taking hormonal contraceptives?

A)heart attack
B)blood clots
C)stroke
D)seizure

Question 10

In which infertility treatment are eggs fertilized in a clinic, then transferred to the woman's uterus?

A)hormones
B)intrauterine insemination
C)gamete intrafallopian tube transfer
D)in vitro fertilization

Question 11

Of the following contraceptive methods, which is NOT a hormonal method?

A)oral contraceptive
B)vaginal ring
C)injectable contraceptive
D)vasectomy

Question 12

Which infertility treatment uses a syringe to place sperm in the uterus?

A)hormones
B)intrauterine insemination
C)gamete intrafallopian tube transfer
D)in-vitro fertilization

Question 13

Which of the following statements about mifepristone, the drug used in medical abortions, is FALSE?

A)Mifepristone is a prescription pill that is swallowed.
B)Mifepristone can be used during the first 16 weeks of pregnancy
C)Most women who take mifepristone abort the pregnancy within two weeks.
D)If abortion does not occur with mifepristone, surgical abortion is recommended because the drugs can harm the developing fetus.

Question 14

All women should increase their intake of which vitamin during the month before getting pregnant?

A)vitamin D
B)vitamin E
C)vitamin C
D)folic acid

Question 15

Which of the following statements about barrier methods of contraception is FALSE?

A)The contraceptive sponge reduces the rate of sexually transmitted disease transmission.
B)A woman must be fitted for the correctly sized diaphragm.
C)Spermicide should be used with a diaphragm or a cervical cap.
D)Male condoms decrease the rate of sexually transmitted disease transmission.

Question 16

Which of the following statements about abortion is FALSE?

A)The 1973 decision in the case of Roe v.Wade legalized abortion in the United States.
B)The lowest rates of abortion occur in countries where abortion is legal.
C)Currently, the most common method of elective abortion is surgical abortion.
D)Both medical and surgical abortions can be performed throughout the first 12 weeks of gestation

Question 17

Which of the following statements about infertility is FALSE?

A)Delaying childbearing reduces the chance of becoming pregnant.
B)One-third of the time, infertility results from problems with the fallopian tubes.
C)In about half of cases, infertility stems from male factors.
D)Infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant after 12 months of sexual intercourse without using any form of contraception.

Question 18

Trisha and Josh recently adopted a child, Julie.Before the adoption, Julie's biological parents and Trisha and Josh worked out an agreement to continue contact indefinitely and meet three times a year.This case is an example of which type of adoption?

A)open
B)closed
C)international
D)contact

Question 19

Which of the following statements about nutrition for pregnant women is FALSE?

A)Pregnant women should avoid unpasteurized foods.
B)Fish is recommended daily for the health benefits to the pregnant woman and the fetus.
C)A fetus's need for calcium as bones develop is linked to the mother's intake.
D)Women should increase their folic acid intake before becoming pregnant.

Question 20

Which of the following statements about intrauterine devices (IUDs) is true?

A)IUDs provide a permanent, irreversible form of contraception for women.
B)IUDs are highly effective at preventing pregnancy and require little maintenance after they are in place.
C)An IUD can be purchased from a pharmacy and placed by a woman prior to intercourse.
D)Spermicide should be used with an IUD.

Question 21

Male condoms are a form of contraception that can decrease the rate of some sexually transmitted diseases.

Question 22

Success with the withdrawal method is highly dependent on the characteristics of the users.

Question 23

The morning-after pill is not considered an abortogenic agent, as it does not cause the termination of an established pregnancy.

Question 24

Smoking increases the risk of death from birth control pills.

Question 25

Which of the following statements about chromosomal abnormalities is FALSE?

A)The most common chromosomal abnormality at birth is Down syndrome.
B)Both CVS and amniocentesis are done to detect chromosomal abnormalities.
C)Chromosomal abnormalities decrease as maternal age increases.
D)The most common reasons that pregnant women undergo chromosomal tests are advanced maternal age and abnormal AFP.

Question 26

Both a diaphragm and a cervical cap require a fitting by a health care provider.

Question 27

Which type of fetal testing can be used to detect problems in brain and spinal cord development at 16 to 18 weeks of pregnancy?

A)chorionic villous sampling
B)ultrasound
C)alpha-fetoprotein measurement
D)amniocentesis

Question 28

Unintended pregnancies occur among women of all ages and ethnicities.

Question 29

The most popular reversible form of contraception is birth control pills.

Question 30

Priscilla recently gave birth but is now experiencing restlessness and guilt because she has lost interest in the newborn.Which of the following conditions is she most likely experiencing?

A)postpartum depression
B)adjustment syndrome
C)attachment
D)hormone changes

Question 31

The second stage of labor begins when the

A)placenta is delivered.
B)fetus moves down into the mother's pelvis.
C)mother experiences irregular uterine contractions.
D)cervix is completely open.

Question 32

Tubal ligation, the method of female sterilization, can alter a woman's period or hormone levels.

Question 33

The only guaranteed method of preventing pregnancy is abstinence.

Question 34

An ovum is most likely to become fertilized within 24 hours after release from the ovary.

Question 35

The intrauterine device (IUD) is a highly effective form of contraception that requires little maintenance.

Question 36

Serious side effects of hormonal contraceptives are relatively common among teenagers.

Question 37

The subtle signs of labor women should watch for include all of the following EXCEPT

A)cramping.
B)vaginal bleeding.
C)nausea or vomiting.
D)contractions.

Question 38

Sperm survive for 24 hours in cervical mucus.

Question 39

Which of the following statements about exercise during pregnancy is FALSE?

A)During pregnancy, women can usually maintain their current level of activity.
B)In the second and third trimester, one should avoid exercise that might involve the risk of trauma.
C)Exercise in pregnancy increases risk of miscarriage.
D)Exercise can help women maintain a sense of well-being during pregnancy.

Question 40

About half of all pregnancies in the United States are unintended.

Question 41

When performed in a legal and safe setting, elective abortion does not increase the risk of infertility and complications of future pregnancies.

Question 42

Infertility results 50 percent of the time from male factors and 50 percent of the time from female factors.

Question 43

The only guaranteed method of preventing pregnancy is ________, the practice of refraining from sex.

Question 44

The morning-after pill is not considered a(n) ________ agent-that is, an agent that causes the termination of an established pregnancy.

Question 45

In an uncomplicated pregnancy, most women can maintain their usual level of exercise.

Question 46

In general, the longer an adult woman waits to become pregnant, the higher the risk that she will have difficulties getting pregnant.

Question 47

A(n) ________ is a small, flexible plastic rod that contains progesterone and is inserted under the skin on the inner side of the upper arm.

Question 48

One ounce or less of alcohol daily has been identified as a safe level of alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Question 49

A(n) ________ is a soft, flexible plastic ring that is placed in the vagina, where it releases estrogen and progesterone.

Question 50

The ________ is a small, cup-like device that covers the cervix and prevents sperm from entering the uterus; it is replaced annually.

Question 51

A(n) ________ is a small, polyurethane foam device that is presaturated with one gram of spermicide.

Question 52

The ________ works by slowly releasing estrogen and progesterone into the bloodstream through the skin.

Question 53

The set of contraceptive methods referred to as ________ methods, such as condoms, attempt to physically separate the sperm from the female reproductive tract.

Question 54

Prepregnancy counseling includes evaluation of health behaviors and health conditions that may affect pregnancy.

Question 55

Teratogens are random defects that can sometimes occur during fetal development.

Question 56

A(n) ________ is a sterilization procedure for men in which a health care provider makes a small incision in the scrotum and then ties off and cuts the vas deferens.

Question 57

Breast milk contains antibodies that reduce the risk of infections, allergies, asthma, and SIDS.

Question 58

The increase effectiveness, the diaphragm and cervical cap should be used with ________, a chemical agent that kills sperm.

Question 59

The important time for a woman to start consuming folic acid, or folate supplements, is the second trimester of pregnancy.

Question 60

Also referred to as the morning-after pill, ________ can prevent pregnancy after unprotected vaginal intercourse.

Question 61

Children are adopted from countries all around the world in ________ adoptions, which have become increasingly common.

Question 62

The condition in which uterine tissue grows outside the uterus is called ________.

Question 63

Several medical options are available for couples or women with infertility, including ________, which are medications used to promote ovulation and regulate hormones.

Question 64

The term ________ is defined as a couple's inability to become pregnant within 12 months without using any form of contraception during intercourse.

Question 65

One of the options for unintended pregnancies is ________, the voluntary termination of a pregnancy.

Question 66

Currently, the most common method of elective abortion is ________ abortion.

Question 67

The procedure referred to as ________ involves the hormonal stimulation of the ovaries to produce multiple eggs that are then collected, fertilized in the clinic, and then placed into the woman's uterus.

Question 68

Adverse events and conditions during pregnancy can cause ________, or birth defects.

Question 69

In a(n) ________, pharmaceutical agents are used to induce an abortion.

Question 70

A couple who practices family planning can take advantage of ________, which typically includes an evaluation of current health status, health behaviors, and family health history.

Question 71

The period from week 8 to birth is called the ________ period.

Question 72

The sterilization procedure for women is called ________, a procedure in which a physician makes an incision in a woman's abdomen and then ties or clips the fallopian tubes.

Question 73

Today, several forms of adoption are available, such as ________ adoption, a form in which the biological parents, adoptive parents, and child all maintain a relationship.

Question 74

Every pregnant woman should visit her health care provider regularly for ________ care.

Question 75

Following birth, women may struggle with ________, which sometimes can become so severe that it reduces a woman's ability to care for her child or herself.

Question 76

The transmission of an infection or disease from mother to child during pregnancy and delivery is referred to as ________.

Question 77

The period from week 2 to week 8 of a developing human is called the ________ period.

Question 78

Getting sufficient ________ reduces the risk of neural tube defects in infants; women should increase their intake during the month before getting pregnant.

Question 79

The procedure referred to as ________ is a medical option for treating infertility that involves placing sperm in the uterus via a syringe.

Question 80

A(n) ________ adoption is a form of adoption in which the biological parents and adoptive parents do not have an ongoing relationship, and the adoption records are sealed.