Question 1

The term used to describe the condition where a fertilized egg fails to implant within the uterus, and begins growing outside of the uterus is called a(n) _________ pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term used to describe the condition...

Question 2

When an egg is fertilized, it becomes a(n):

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

A birth in which the fetus is born buttocks first is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A) face. 
B) breech. 
C) shoulder. 
D) nuchal. 
E) ectopic.

Question 4

The abbreviation for the medical condition in which multiple follicular cysts form in both ovaries is

Accepted Answer

A) PMS 
B) PID 
C) PAP 
D) PCOS 
E) PGY

Question 5

Which of the following terms contains a prefix meaning self?

Accepted Answer

A) Multipara 
B) Autolysis 
C) Lochia 
D) Primipara 
E) Neonate

Question 6

The abbreviation for medication given to treat menopausal symptoms is:

Accepted Answer

A) DUB. 
B) MRI. 
C) D&C. 
D) HRT. 
E) LMP.

Question 7

What does the abbreviation BSE stand for?

Accepted Answer

A) Breast surface exposure 
B) Breast cancer 
C) Breast cancer gene 
D) Breast self-examination 
E) Breast self-exploration

Question 8

The cheesy substance that covers the skin of the fetus:

Accepted Answer

A) lanugo. 
B) vernix caseosa. 
C) yolk sac. 
D) amnion.

Question 9

In the medical condition oligohydramnios, what does the prefix mean?

Accepted Answer

A) Many, excessive 
B) Water 
C) Amnion 
D) Scanty, too little 
E) Condition

Question 10

Vernix caseosa is a protective substance that covers the surface of the skin of the fetus during the sixth and seventh month.In Latin, what does caseosa mean?

Accepted Answer

A) Cheese 
B) Varnish 
C) Wool 
D) Shining forth 
E) Cake

Question 11

The suffix in the word amniocentesis means :

Accepted Answer

A) excision. 
B) puncture. 
C) incision. 
D) amnion. 
E) membrane.

Question 12

When an egg is released from the ovary, how long does it take to reach the uterus?

Accepted Answer

A) 24 hours 
B) 48 hours 
C) 72 hours 
D) 12 hours 
E) 36 hours

Question 13

The function of the lactiferous sinus is to _________ milk before it is released from the nipple.

Accepted Answer

A) produce 
B) secrete 
C) drain 
D) replace 
E) store

Question 14

In the third trimester, the amount of amniotic fluid is about one quart and is mostly fetal:

Accepted Answer

A) urine. 
B) blood. 
C) surfactant. 
D) tissue. 
E) villus.

Question 15

To prevent pregnancy, how often are injected progestins, such as Depo-Provera, given?

Accepted Answer

A) Every month 
B) Every three months 
C) Every six months 
D) Every nine months 
E) Every twelve months

Question 16

Transverse folds found at the posterior end of the vagina:

Accepted Answer

A) rugae. 
B) clitoris. 
C) vulva. 
D) labia majora. 
E) urethra.

Question 17

The process of rhythmic uterine contractions to expel the fetus is called _________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The process of rhythmic uterine contractions to...

Question 18

In the term apoptosis, what does the prefix mean?

Accepted Answer

A) Small area 
B) For milk 
C) Substance 
D) Composed of 
E) Separation from

Question 19

The plural form of the word labium is:

Accepted Answer

A) labiums. 
B) labiae. 
C) labia. 
D) labiumes. 
E) labias.

Question 20

An infant with high bilirubin levels becomes jaundiced.If the jaundice is left untreated a serious complication can occur.What is this condition called?

Accepted Answer

A) Meconium aspiration pneumonia 
B) Kernicterus 
C) Respiratory distress syndrome 
D) Hyaline membrane disease 
E) Autolysis

Exam 15: The Female Reproductive System: The Essentials of the Language of Gynecology and Obstetrics