Exam 5: Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Which structure of a female's genitalia is surgically removed in a circumcision procedure?

What are the four main areas of premenstrual dysphoric disorder symptoms?

Which of the following is a function of the cervix?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the vulva?

An instrument for dilating the vagina to examine the cervix and other internal structures is the laparoscope.

Which of the following does NOT characterize the vagina?

What is the area of tissue between the vagina and the anus called?

A loose fold of skin that covers the clitoris is known as _______________.

Identify and explain what happens during each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle.

The first phase of the menstrual cycle that begins after the previous menstruation has been completed is called the _______________.

Current recommendations suggest routine Pap smears beginning at the age of 17 years.

PCOS stands for __________.

What factor is often related to the onset of puberty for females?

A microscopic examination of cells scraped from the cervix is known as a ________.

The ___________ are two longitudinal folds of fatty tissue that extend from the mons, frame the rest of the female genitalia, and meet at the perineum.

The absence of menstruation after a period of normal menses is called ______________________.

The number of women undergoing breast augmentation has decreased since 1995.

Explain what breasts are composed of and the various structures contained in them.

Robin is experiencing vaginal burning and rawness along with an occasional stabbing pain in the vaginal area. Although her gynecologist has been unable to identify a specific cause, what is the most likely diagnosis?

A medication containing one or more female hormones, often used to treat symptoms of menopause, is known as ________.