Deck 11: Contraception and Abortion

Question 1

In order to avoid an unwanted pregnancy,Vinita and her partner refrain from having sexual intercourse around the time of ovulation.However,they still indulge in other non-genital sexual acts like kissing and cuddling.Which of the following birth control methods is being practiced by Vinita and her partner?

A)reversible contraception
B)abstinence
C)sterilization
D)barrier method

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Regarding responsibility for birth control,the majority of

A)men and women believe that a man has an equal responsibility as a woman for contraception.
B)men believe that the woman is more responsible for contraception.
C)women believe that they should be more responsible for contraception.
D)men and women believe that the man is more responsible for using contraception.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A method of contraception that prevents the release of the oocyte from the ovary is a(n)

A)hormonal method.
B)barrier method.
C)spermicide method.
D)oogenic method.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a function of contraception?

A)killing the sperm before they can get to the egg
B)preventing ovulation
C)creating a physical barrier between the sperm and the egg
D)causing the uterus to expel an embryo

Question 5

Nelly,a mother of two,adopts a particular hormonal method of birth control after which she notices her breasts swell up and other bodily changes as during pregnancy.Which of the following hormonal methods is she most likely to have adopted?

A)oral contraceptives
B)diaphragm
C)vaginal ring
D)spermicides

Question 6

Intercourse on the day of ovulation without contraception results in a chance of pregnancy of about

A)3 percent.
B)25 percent.
C)50 percent.
D)90 percent.

Question 7

The oldest and most reliable form of contraception is

A)mutual masturbation.
B)birth control pills.
C)abstinence.
D)the condom.

Question 8

The best method of contraception is the one

A)that has a low ongoing cost.
B)that will be used consistently and correctly.
C)that one's partner will be comfortable with.
D)that demands the least thought.

Question 9

Who among the following are most at risk for NOT using contraception?

A)married couples
B)couples in their late forties
C)couples in their late sixties
D)casually dating young couples

Question 10

Oral contraceptives work in all of the following ways EXCEPT

A)fastening the rate of ovum transport.
B)thinning of the uterus line and preventing implantation.
C)suppressing ovulation.
D)preventing entry of sperm by thickening cervical mucus.

Question 11

Stephanie and Lou had unprotected sex while Stephanie was ovulating.About what is the chance that Stephanie got pregnant as a result?

A)5 percent
B)15 percent
C)25 percent
D)55 percent

Question 12

In addition to the avoidance of pregnancy,an advantage of abstinence is that it

A)lets partners to get to know and trust one another before getting intimate.
B)increases the sexual tensions which will culminate in the first intercourse.
C)gives partners a chance to check out each other's sexual histories and decide the course ahead accordingly.
D)builds character of the two individuals involved.

Question 13

Mieko and James had unprotected sex for an entire year.What is the likelihood that Mieko became pregnant?

A)30 percent
B)55 percent
C)98 percent
D)85 percent

Question 14

The most popular technique of reversible contraception among American women ?are the

A)diaphragms.
B)intrauterine devices (IUDs).
C)pills.
D)spermicides.

Question 15

Those who use birth control most consistently are those who

A)have intercourse less frequently.
B)communicate explicitly about it.
C)are in casual relationships.
D)are under the age of 21.

Question 16

In the United States,what percentage of unintended pregnancies is terminated by abortion?

A)about 10 percent
B)about 25 percent
C)about 40 percent
D)about 80 percent

Question 17

Traditionally,birth control is seen as

A)a woman's responsibility.
B)a man's responsibility.
C)the government's responsibility.
D)a consulting doctor's responsibility.

Question 18

On an average,what is the chance of a woman becoming pregnant if she has intercourse without contraception?

A)2-4 percent
B)13-15 percent
C)30-35 percent
D)50-55 percent

Question 19

When making a birth control choice,a person should consider all of the following EXCEPT

A)the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
B)the likelihood that the method will be used correctly and consistently.
C)the effect of the method (if any)on menses.
D)the methods used by his or her peers.

Question 20

Michelle and Aiden had unprotected sex last night.If we know nothing about the timing of Michelle's menstrual cycle,what is the overall chance that Michelle is pregnant?

A)2-4 percent
B)13-15 percent
C)30-35 percent
D)50-55 percent

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a problem associated with the use of oral contraceptives?

A)weight gain or loss
B)nausea or vomiting
C)breast tenderness
D)decreased bone mass

Question 22

If a woman is using a barrier contraceptive technique,one of the methods she is using could be a(n)

A)birth control shot.
B)diaphragm.
C)implant.
D)birth control patch.

Question 23

The primary effect of a barrier method of birth control is to

A)kill sperm.
B)mimic pregnancy.
C)keep the sperm and egg apart.
D)cause spontaneous abortion of the fertilized ovum.

Question 24

Which of the following is manufactured under the brand name "Reality"?

A)male condom
B)sponge
C)patch
D)female condom

Question 25

If a woman cannot take oral contraceptives containing estrogen,she will probably be advised to

A)abstain from sexual intercourse.
B)use condoms and foam.
C)consider an implant.
D)use a progestin-only minipill.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a health risk associated with taking birth control pills?

A)eye problems
B)blood clots
C)blurred vision
D)iron deficiency

Question 27

Although different oral contraceptives work in various ways,one thing they all have in common is

A)the creation of the same conditions as in pregnancy.
B)the formation of a barrier between the egg and the sperm.
C)the prevention of the sperm's entry into the uterus.
D)the weakening and eventual destruction of the sperm.

Question 28

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using Depo-Provera (DMPA)?

A)a decrease in bone density
B)endometriosis related pain
C)vaginal irritation
D)facial hair growth

Question 29

Which of the following statements about Implanon is true?

A)It is a barrier method.
B)It offers some protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
C)It is an easily reversible birth control method.
D)It is one of the few contraceptive methods available for men.

Question 30

All of the following are barrier methods of birth control EXCEPT

A)a condom.
B)a diaphragm.
C)the sponge.
D)the pill.

Question 31

Depo-Provera (DMPA)is administered

A)orally in the form of a pill.
B)through quarterly injections.
C)orally in form of a liquid.
D)through annual injections.

Question 32

Oral contraceptives containing estrogen are generally contraindicated for

A)women who smoke.
B)women who are nursing mothers.
C)women under the age of 18.
D)women with several children.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using oral contraceptives?

A)less menstrual cramping
B)ease of use
C)protection against bone thinning
D)protection against syphilis

Question 34

Which of the following is true about the vaginal ring (NuvaRing)?

A)It is advisable for women who have weak pelvic floor muscles.
B)Its effectiveness is reduced by the increased release of hormones into the blood.
C)It is less effective for women weighing more than 200 pounds.
D)It is an irreversible birth control method.

Question 35

The first letter of each of the health risks of the pill spells

A)PAIN
B)ACHES
C)HURT
D)OUCH

Question 36

A disadvantage of the oral contraceptive is

A)the interference it causes with the normal hormonal cycles.
B)the presence of nausea or vomiting.
C)that it increases a woman's risk for ovarian cancer.
D)that it is difficult to take.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a positive outcome resulting from oral ?contraceptive use?

A)The pill offers some protection against osteoporosis.
B)The pill prevents the development of age spots on the skin.
C)The pill offers some protection against endometrial cancer.
D)The pill offers a decreased risk of benign breast disease.

Question 38

If a woman misses one of her pills,she should

A)not worry about it.
B)take two pills immediately to catch up and stay on schedule.
C)take one as soon as she remembers and the next one on schedule.
D)not have intercourse for two months.

Question 39

Which of the following is FALSE about Depo-Provera?

A)It works by stopping ovulation.
B)It's risks are similar to those of the pill.
C)It is best for those desiring immediate pregnancy.
D)It may cause irregular bleeding.

Question 40

Once a woman stops taking the pill,her menstrual cycle will usually resume

A)in about a year.
B)within two months.
C)within two days after taking the last pill.
D)in six to eight months.

Question 41

A warning all diaphragm wearers should be aware of is

A)never to leave a diaphragm in for more than 24 hours.
B)to replace the diaphragm every 2 years.
C)to refit the diaphragm only if the wearer gains weight.
D)never to use contraceptive foams with a diaphragm.

Question 42

Which of the following contraceptive methods must stay in place inside a woman for at least six hours following intercourse and can be worn for double the time recommended for other methods?

A)a diaphragm
B)a sponge
C)a cervical cap
D)a female condom

Question 43

The intrauterine device (IUD)is positioned in the

A)rectum.
B)vagina.
C)uterus.
D)ovaries.

Question 44

How does a diaphragm work?

A)It expels sperm out of the vaginA.
B)It kills sperm in the vagina.
C)It keeps sperm out of the uterus.
D)It prevents eggs from entering the uterus.

Question 45

The chief reason for low user effectiveness of the condom is

A)the expense.
B)manufacturing defects.
C)the timing of putting it on.
D)allergic reactions.

Question 46

One of the advantages of the female condom is that it

A)is aesthetically pleasing.
B)can be used with both water-based and oil-based lubricants.
C)does not run the risk of slipping into the vagina during intercourse.
D)can be easily inserted and removed at all circumstances.

Question 47

Lily is a married woman with no children who has sex about three times a week.She wants to adopt the kind of device that can be worn longer-almost two days in a row-than the usually available birth control methods.Which of the following birth control methods is the best recommendation one can make to Lily?

A)Depo-Provera
B)Implanol
C)Fem Cap
D)Reality

Question 48

Bill plans to have protected sex with Lea by using a latex condom on himself.Which of the following should Bill follow in order to prevent the latex from weakening and thereby ensure maximum satisfaction and effectiveness from this type of barrier method?

A)He should use it with K-Y Jelly.
B)He should use it with Vaseline.
C)He should wear more than one condom during intercourse.
D)He should make his partner wear a female condom as well.

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of condom use?

A)total protection from STIs
B)ease of accessibility and use
C)they are inexpensive or free
D)high user effectiveness

Question 50

The female condom works by

A)releasing a spermicide into the vaginA.
B)creating a barrier between sperm and cervix.
C)altering the chemical balance within the vagina.
D)preventing the passage of the egg into the uterus.

Question 51

Which of the following is the third most widely used form of birth control in the United States?

A)sterilization
B)pills
C)diaphragms
D)condoms

Question 52

Spermicides are available in all of the following forms EXCEPT

A)foam.
B)gel.
C)patch.
D)film.

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the contraceptive sponge?

A)It acts as a barrier to sperm.
B)It contains a spermicide.
C)It has an unlimited shelf life.
D)It may be left in place for up to 24 hours without reinsertion.

Question 54

One major difference between male condom and female condom is that the

A)male condom provides more protection against HIV than the female condom.
B)female condom affords greater protection of both partners' against infections.
C)male condom has been shown to be more durable than the female condom.
D)female condom is considered more convenient to use than the male condom.

Question 55

A similarity between the Fem Cap and the diaphragm is both

A)do not require a spermicide.
B)can be worn for 48-72 hours.
C)are defined as barrier methods.
D)methods are over 97 percent effective.

Question 56

In order to keep her date spontaneous and romantic,Elena inserts a diaphragm and spermicide before she leaves work at 4 pm.After cocktails,dinner,and dancing,she goes to her date's apartment and begins lovemaking at about midnight.Is this safe in terms of preventing pregnancy?

A)Yes,a diaphragm is effective for 6 to 8 hours after insertion with spermicide.
B)Yes,as long as it is in place,it is an effective sperm barrier.
C)No,the dancing may dislodge the diaphragm from its correct position in the vagina.
D)No,a diaphragm is only effective for up to 6 hours after insertion with spermicide.

Question 57

Which of these is NOT a barrier method?

A)NuvaRing
B)female condom
C)Today Sponge
D)diaphragm

Question 58

A severe but small risk associated with the use of a diaphragm or a cervical cap is

A)toxic shock syndrome.
B)vaginismus.
C)hair loss.
D)chronic yeast infections.

Question 59

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using the diaphragm?

A)It maintains high user effectiveness even without added spermicide.
B)It is relatively safe and ensures considerable spontaneity in making love.
C)It is relatively inexpensive.
D)It has limited side effects.

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT a hormonal method of contraception?

A)Implanon
B)Fem Cap
C)NuvaRing
D)Depo-Provera

Question 61

One-third of all abortions in the United States are

A)spontaneous abortions.
B)surgical abortions.
C)medication abortions.
D)second-trimester abortions.

Question 62

The key constitutional issue that enters the abortion debate is

A)the right to privacy.
B)what is considered the point at which human life actually begins.
C)whether a husband or a wife has the greater right to decide cases of abortion.
D)the right of free speech.

Question 63

The combination of the calendar,cervical mucus,and the basal body methods is called the

A)barrier method.
B)ovulation method.
C)symptothermal method.
D)rhythm method.

Question 64

Which of the following is generally true of most women who have had an abortion?

A)A broad cross-section of U.S.women have had abortions.
B)Three-quarters of women seeking abortions say they cannot afford a child.
C)Half of women seeking abortions say they do not want to be a single parent.
D)All of these are true.

Question 65

Which of these doesn't belong with the others?

A)oral contraceptives
B)vaginal rings
C)cervical caps
D)implants

Question 66

Most likely,a woman who desires to terminate her pregnancy at the eighth week will undergo a

A)colostomy.
B)vacuum aspiration.
C)dilation and evacuation.
D)hysterectomy.

Question 67

All of the following are true of female sterilization EXCEPT

A)sexual enjoyment is not diminished.
B)it hastens the onset of menopause.
C)the eggs are reabsorbed by the body.
D)eggs continue to be released every month.

Question 68

Those who believe abortion should be prohibited generally label themselves as

A)pro-life.
B)life supporters.
C)pro-choice.
D)anti-abortionists.

Question 69

What percentage of women in the U.S.who are seeking abortions are not in a relationship with the man who got them pregnant and do not inform the biological father about the pregnancy?

A)5 percent
B)12 percent
C)24 percent
D)44 percent

Question 70

Which of the following statements about first-trimester abortions is FALSE?

A)First-trimester abortions are more common than late abortions.
B)First-trimester abortions are psychologically easier than later abortions.
C)First-trimester abortions are procedures that are more difficult to perform.
D)First-trimester abortions are usually performed using vacuum aspiration.

Question 71

Which of the following is usually done surgically for male sterilization?

A)the prostate gland is removed
B)the urethra is blocked and tied off
C)each vas deferens is cut and tied
D)the epididymis is tied off

Question 72

The 1973 Supreme Court decision that upheld a woman's right to abortion as a fundamental right was

A)Monroe v.Madison.
B)Roe v.Wade.
C)Doe v.Bolton.
D)Kramer v.Kramer.

Question 73

How soon after unprotected intercourse should Plan B One-Step emergency contraception pill be administered for effectiveness?

A)1 day
B)2 days
C)5 days
D)1 week

Question 74

Which of these doesn't belong with the others?

A)female condom
B)Nexplanon
C)diaphragm
D)cervical cap

Question 75

Which of these doesn't belong with the others?

A)the pill
B)diaphragm
C)cervical cap
D)the sponge

Question 76

Having tracked her daily temperature for several months now,Martha notices that at one point in her cycle,her temperature dips and then rises as much as a degree.What is she attempting to identify?

A)the point at which ovulation occurs
B)the beginning of the late luteal phase
C)the beginning of menstruation
D)a random temperature variation within a month's time

Question 77

If a woman has a somewhat irregular menstrual cycle,why is she ill-advised to use the rhythm method?

A)It is impossible to calculate when ovulation occurs,and therefore impossible to determine which days are "safe."
B)She may end up having intercourse at the beginning of menstruation,thereby increasing the likelihood of conception.
C)Worrying about the possibility of pregnancy will prevent both the woman and her partner from being sexually satisfied.
D)An irregular menstrual cycle indicates problems with fertility,and these should be evaluated before any method of contraception is used.

Question 78

Intrauterine devices (IUDs)work

A)by preventing sperm from entering the uterus.
B)by releasing a spermicidal agent into the vagina.
C)by expelling semen from the vagina.
D)by preventing fertilization in several ways.

Question 79

Which of the following is NOT a problem associated with the use of an intrauterine device (IUD)?

A)It is possible for the device to slip out of the uterus.
B)It interferes with spontaneity during intercourse.
C)It can cause cramping or backache for a few days after insertion.
D)It sometimes causes heavy periods and spotting between periods.

Question 80

During tubal ligation,a laparoscopy is used to make an incision

A)at the top of the pubic hairline.
B)through the vagina.
C)at the edge of the navel.
D)four inches below the rib cage.