If a woman has a urinary tract infection and takes a pregnancy test, a false positive may result. |
True |
The surgical procedure that involves removal of the uterus is a |
hysterectomy |
Outercourse is 100 percent effective against STIs. |
False |
Which assisted reproductive technology process involves the fertilization of a woman’s egg outside of her body and the transfer of the fertilized egg to her uterus? |
In vitro fertilization |
Preconception health involves all of the following EXCEPT |
avoiding food containing folic acid. |
Overseas adoptions cost less than domestic adoptions. |
False |
Which type of female birth control involves the use of synthetic estrogen and/or progestin? |
Hormonal |
Which of the following is a female sterilization procedure that involves tying off or cauterizing certain structures of the reproductive system? |
Tubal ligation |
Which U.S. Supreme Court decision in 1973 gave women the legal right to an abortion? |
Roe v. Wade |
The fluid-filled, protective pouch surrounding the fetus is the |
amniotic sac. |
The network of blood vessels that provides nourishment to the fetus is the |
placenta |
Medication abortion using "the abortion pill" has fewer steps than the simplest surgical method. |
False |
Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the |
fear of decreased sexual performance. |
Which of the following statements is TRUE about NuvaRing? |
It exposes the user to a lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill. |
Which diagnostic procedure is a maternal blood test that can detect the potential for a birth defect or genetic abnormality? |
Triple marker screen |
One advantage of the female condom is that it can be used multiple times. |
False |
One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression. |
False |
Amniocentesis |
can identify genetic abnormalities present in the fetus. |
Which form of contraception involves implanting a small object in a woman’s uterus? |
Intrauterine device |
A rise in a woman’s basal body temperature signals |
that ovulation has occurred. |
Diaphragms |
create a physical and chemical barrier to sperm. |
Which of the following is NOT true about the FemCap cervical cap? |
It must be kept in place at least 10 hours after intercourse. |
Choosing if and when to have children is a great responsibility. |
True |
The typical use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which of the following? |
Human error |
Surgical abortions in the first trimester are typically done by |
suction curettage. |
An infection during pregnancy that can cause blindness or hearing disorders in the infant is |
rubella |
All spermicides are effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections. |
False |
The abortion method known as "partial birth abortion" is illegal in the United States. |
True |
Leaving a diaphragm, tampon, or cervical cap in for an extended period of time increases the risk for |
toxic shock syndrome. |
Fertility is a person’s ability to |
reproduce |
Alcohol is considered a teratogenic substance. |
True |
The sponge is inconvenient because it requires a trip to the doctor for fitting. |
False |
A birth defect caused by the mother’s alcohol intake during pregnancy is |
FAS |
Which of the following is TRUE about the third trimester of pregnancy? |
The fetus must get large amounts of calcium, iron, and nitrogen from the food the mother consumes. |
Which of the following is TRUE about preeclampsia? |
Family history of preeclampsia on the man’s or woman’s side is a risk factor. |
When a pregnant woman’s water breaks, what is actually happening is |
the amniotic sac breaks. |
Sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women of all ages. |
False |
A false negative pregnancy test may result from |
taking the pregnancy test too early in the pregnancy. |
Which of the following circumstances can cause a miscarriage? |
Maternal infection or hormone imbalance |
To ensure its effectiveness, the BEST place to store a condom would be |
in a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects. |
Which of the following is TRUE about sterilization? |
Sterilization is a permanent form of birth control achieved through surgical means. |
The transition stage of birth is characterized by |
the baby’s head moving into the birth canal. |
Fertility drugs |
increase the chances of multiple births. |
Fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the following EXCEPT |
abstinence |
The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is |
conception |
Overseas adoptions can make it easier for Americans to adopt an infant rather than an older child. |
True |
Diaphragms can typically be purchased over the counter wherever condoms are sold. |
False |
A surgical sterilization procedure that involves cutting the vas deferens is a(n) |
vasectomy |
Oral contraceptive pills are |
more than 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy if used correctly. |
Drugs, chemicals, and radiation that can cause birth defects are known as |
teratogens |
Which of the following procedures performed during pregnancy can determine the size and position of the fetus and detect birth defects in the central nervous and digestive systems? |
Ultrasound |
When a fertilized egg is implanted outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube, this causes which dangerous condition? |
Ectopic pregnancy |
Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom? |
Water-based lubricant |
A cause of infertility in which uterine tissue is implanted outside the uterus and blocks the fallopian tubes is |
endometriosis |
Which of the following is TRUE about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy? |
Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first |
Jade is pregnant. During a regular medical check-up, her physician discusses alcohol consumption. The physician will likely advise that she |
abstain from alcohol during pregnancy |
Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms? |
They can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants. |
A fetus is the term used to describe an embryo as of |
the third month of pregnancy. |
The first widely used birth control method for women was |
the diaphragm. |
By federal law, when can women elect to have an abortion without legal restrictions? |
In the first trimester |
Male infertility problems account for around 20 percent of infertility cases. |
True |
During her pregnancy, Emily should avoid all of the following EXCEPT |
eggs |
A primary advantage of the contraceptive sponge is that |
it does not require a fitting from a doctor. |
Cesarean sections are performed for all of the following reasons EXCEPT |
if the mother has diabetes. |
Which form of hormonal birth control works transdermally? |
Ortho Evra |
In a confidential adoption |
the birth parents and adoptive parents do not know each other. |
Male condoms were invented during the 19th century. |
False |
The difference between surgical and medication abortions is that |
medication abortions are performed without entering the uterus. |
A three-month segment of a pregnancy during which certain developmental changes occur in the embryo or fetus is a |
trimester |
Which of the following is NOT true about male infertility? |
Male infertility problems account for only 10 percent of infertility cases. |
An IUD |
offers long-term protection from pregnancy. |
Which form of birth control is injected every three months to remain effective? |
Depo-Provera |
A birth defect that occurs more frequently in babies born to mothers over the age of 35 is |
Down syndrome. |
Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control? |
Oral contraceptives |
Which of the following is TRUE about teratogenic effects? |
These effects can be caused by environmental chemical exposure.Gestational surrogacy occurs when |
Gestational surrogacy occurs when |
a woman carries another person’s pregnancy to term. |
Substances designed to kill sperm are known as |
spermicides |
Adoption may be a good alternative in all the following cases EXCEPT |
a couple wants to become parents right away. |
Which of the following is TRUE about emergency contraceptive pills? |
One brand is now available over-the-counter with no age restrictions. |
The relatively ineffective method of birth control, known as coitus interruptus, is the |
withdrawal method. |
Breast-fed infants |
have a decreased incidence of illness. |
During pregnancy, a woman could increase her folic acid intake by eating |
dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans. |
Which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain times of the month? |
Fertility awareness |
The most common cause of female infertility in the United States is |
polycystic ovary syndrome. |
The various methods used to prevent pregnancy are known as |
contraception |
Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of |
blood clots and hypertension. |
Postpartum depression |
is characterized by fatigue, depression, and mood swings |
To reduce the risk of her child having spina bifida, a pregnant woman should consume an adequate amount of which nutrient? |
Folic acid |
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