Question 1

Late in her second trimester, Marcy's blood pressure is elevated, and her hands and face are markedly swollen. She most likely has

Accepted Answer

A)  eclampsia. 
B)  ectopic pregnancy. 
C)  preeclampsia. 
D)  postpartum depression. 
A)  eclampsia. 
B)  ectopic pregnancy. 
C)  preeclampsia. 
D)  postpartum depression.

Question 2

Fertility awareness methods of birth control offer no protection against STIs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

List five important aspects that couples should consider prior to becoming pregnant.

Accepted Answer

1. Emotional health - are you ready to t

Question 4

Withdrawal, or coitus interruptus, is a reliable and effective contraceptive method.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Greta is 38 years old and 15 weeks into her first pregnancy. Which test will her doctor recommend to detect any genetic abnormalities in the fetus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ultrasound 
B)  Amniocentesis 
C)  Blood glucose screen 
D)  Chorionic villus sampling 
A)  Ultrasound 
B)  Amniocentesis 
C)  Blood glucose screen 
D)  Chorionic villus sampling

Question 6

An episiotomy is an incision made in a mother's perineum to speed a baby's exit from the birth canal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The emergency contraceptive pill is 100 percent effective when taken up to 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A fertilized ovum in the fallopian tube is a known as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  fetus 
B)  egg 
C)  blastocyst 
D)  zygote 
A)  fetus 
B)  egg 
C)  blastocyst 
D)  zygote

Question 9

In the United States, which type of abortions are illegal unless the mother's life or health is in danger?

Accepted Answer

A)  First trimester 
B)  Second trimester 
C)  Third trimester 
D)  Over ten weeks gestation 
A)  First trimester 
B)  Second trimester 
C)  Third trimester 
D)  Over ten weeks gestation

Question 10

Explain the difference between the perfect-use failure rate and the typical-use failure rate in regard to contraceptives.

Accepted Answer

The perfect-use failure rate is the numb

Question 11

Fertilization of an egg in a laboratory and then placing it into a woman's uterus is a procedure known as alternative insemination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In addition to obstetrician-gynecologists, which other licensed health care professional has specialized trained in prenatal care and deliveries?

Accepted Answer

A)  Registered nurse 
B)  Family practitioner 
C)  Internal medicine specialist 
D)  Midwife 
A)  Registered nurse 
B)  Family practitioner 
C)  Internal medicine specialist 
D)  Midwife

Question 13

For conception to occur, the following are necessary: a viable egg, a viable sperm, and access to the egg by the sperm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which contraceptive methods prevent the meeting of egg and sperm?

Accepted Answer

A)  Barrier methods 
B)  Hormonal methods 
C)  Behavioral methods 
D)  Surgical methods 
A)  Barrier methods 
B)  Hormonal methods 
C)  Behavioral methods 
D)  Surgical methods

Question 15

Which of the following forms of birth control must be fitted and inserted into the uterus by a physician?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diaphragm 
B)  Cervical cap 
C)  Female condom 
D)  IUD 
A)  Diaphragm 
B)  Cervical cap 
C)  Female condom 
D)  IUD

Question 16

Massaging, fondling, and kissing are forms of "outercourse."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following hormones detected in a woman's urine will result in a positive home pregnancy test result?

Accepted Answer

A)  Estrogen 
B)  HCG 
C)  Progesterone 
D)  FSH 
A)  Estrogen 
B)  HCG 
C)  Progesterone 
D)  FSH

Question 18

Petroleum jelly is an effective lubricant for use with condoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Marilyn plans to have children 5 years in the future. She can have a tubal ligation procedure now and have it reversed when she is ready to become pregnant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What is the earliest point after conception that a home pregnancy test can be used to confirm pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 week later 
B)  2 weeks later 
C)  3 weeks later 
D)  4 weeks later 
A)  1 week later 
B)  2 weeks later 
C)  3 weeks later 
D)  4 weeks later

Exam 8: Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Late in her second trimester, Marcy's blood pressure is elevated, and her hands and face are markedly swollen. She most likely has

Fertility awareness methods of birth control offer no protection against STIs.

List five important aspects that couples should consider prior to becoming pregnant.

Withdrawal, or coitus interruptus, is a reliable and effective contraceptive method.

Greta is 38 years old and 15 weeks into her first pregnancy. Which test will her doctor recommend to detect any genetic abnormalities in the fetus?

An episiotomy is an incision made in a mother's perineum to speed a baby's exit from the birth canal.

The emergency contraceptive pill is 100 percent effective when taken up to 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

A fertilized ovum in the fallopian tube is a known as a(n)

In the United States, which type of abortions are illegal unless the mother's life or health is in danger?

Explain the difference between the perfect-use failure rate and the typical-use failure rate in regard to contraceptives.

Fertilization of an egg in a laboratory and then placing it into a woman's uterus is a procedure known as alternative insemination.

In addition to obstetrician-gynecologists, which other licensed health care professional has specialized trained in prenatal care and deliveries?

For conception to occur, the following are necessary: a viable egg, a viable sperm, and access to the egg by the sperm.

Which contraceptive methods prevent the meeting of egg and sperm?

Which of the following forms of birth control must be fitted and inserted into the uterus by a physician?

Massaging, fondling, and kissing are forms of "outercourse."

Which of the following hormones detected in a woman's urine will result in a positive home pregnancy test result?

Petroleum jelly is an effective lubricant for use with condoms.

Marilyn plans to have children 5 years in the future. She can have a tubal ligation procedure now and have it reversed when she is ready to become pregnant.

What is the earliest point after conception that a home pregnancy test can be used to confirm pregnancy?

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