Question 1

The role of the placenta is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  supply nutrients to the developing fetus. 
B)  aid in respiratory and excretory functions of the fetus. 
C)  secrete hormones necessary for the continuation of the pregnancy. 
D)  All of these 
A)  supply nutrients to the developing fetus. 
B)  aid in respiratory and excretory functions of the fetus. 
C)  secrete hormones necessary for the continuation of the pregnancy. 
D)  All of these D

Question 2

When a couple is experiencing fertility issues, most often the problems can be traced back to:

Accepted Answer

A)  problems associated with just one of the partners. 
B)  a combined problem between both partners. 
C)  unknown causes. 
D)  psychological issues in the female partner. 
A)  problems associated with just one of the partners. 
B)  a combined problem between both partners. 
C)  unknown causes. 
D)  psychological issues in the female partner. A

Question 3

At what point of pregnancy does implantation in the uterus typically occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  Within the first 24 hours after fertilization 
B)  Within 72 hours of fertilization 
C)  Approximately 5-8 days after fertilization 
D)  Approximately 10-14 days after fertilization 
A)  Within the first 24 hours after fertilization 
B)  Within 72 hours of fertilization 
C)  Approximately 5-8 days after fertilization 
D)  Approximately 10-14 days after fertilization C

Question 4

Approximately how many women experience postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 to 7 percent 
B)  10 to 15 percent 
C)  20 to 27 percent 
D)  30 to 40 percent 
A)  2 to 7 percent 
B)  10 to 15 percent 
C)  20 to 27 percent 
D)  30 to 40 percent

Question 5

Light exercise during pregnancy results in all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  shorter labor. 
B)  enhanced mood. 
C)  intra-abdominal pressure. 
D)  fewer obstetric problems. 
A)  shorter labor. 
B)  enhanced mood. 
C)  intra-abdominal pressure. 
D)  fewer obstetric problems.

Question 6

The rate of C-section deliveries has been steadily declining over the past 20 years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In the first few days of breast-feeding, the breast releases a fluid called:

Accepted Answer

A)  colostrum fluid. 
B)  amniotic fluid. 
C)  cerebrospinal fluid. 
D)  interstitial fluid. 
A)  colostrum fluid. 
B)  amniotic fluid. 
C)  cerebrospinal fluid. 
D)  interstitial fluid.

Question 8

During pregnancy, a woman's blood volume increases and thus iron is diluted. What are women advised to take in order to counteract this dilution?

Accepted Answer

A)  Multivitamins 
B)  Prenatal vitamins 
C)  Calcium supplements 
D)  Vitamin C 
A)  Multivitamins 
B)  Prenatal vitamins 
C)  Calcium supplements 
D)  Vitamin C

Question 9

Fraternal twins are no more closely genetically related than any two siblings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following means "derived from two separate zygotes"?

Accepted Answer

A)  Monozygotic 
B)  Placental 
C)  Dizygotic 
D)  Embryonic 
A)  Monozygotic 
B)  Placental 
C)  Dizygotic 
D)  Embryonic

Question 11

The drug given to mothers whose Rh is incompatible with the fetus is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  Paroxetine. 
B)  Digoxin. 
C)  RhoGAM. 
D)  None of these are correct. 
A)  Paroxetine. 
B)  Digoxin. 
C)  RhoGAM. 
D)  None of these are correct.

Question 12

There is no research evidence that modern-day ultrasounds pose any risk to a fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

All of the following statements about labor induction are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  since the early 2000s, rates of labor induction have been gradually on the decline. 
B)  some women choose to have labor induction for nonmedical reasons, such as avoiding birth on a holiday or to accommodate work schedules. 
C)  based on current research, labor induction is typically not advised for nonmedical reasons. 
D)  contractions caused by induced labor tend to be more painful and prolonged than those induced through natural labor. 
A)  since the early 2000s, rates of labor induction have been gradually on the decline. 
B)  some women choose to have labor induction for nonmedical reasons, such as avoiding birth on a holiday or to accommodate work schedules. 
C)  based on current research, labor induction is typically not advised for nonmedical reasons. 
D)  contractions caused by induced labor tend to be more painful and prolonged than those induced through natural labor.

Question 14

About how long does an ovum live in the female reproductive tract?

Accepted Answer

A)  6 hours 
B)  24 hours 
C)  72 hours 
D)  1 week 
A)  6 hours 
B)  24 hours 
C)  72 hours 
D)  1 week

Question 15

What is the first organ system to function in the embryo?

Accepted Answer

A)  The digestive system 
B)  The nervous system 
C)  The circulatory system 
D)  The urinary system 
A)  The digestive system 
B)  The nervous system 
C)  The circulatory system 
D)  The urinary system

Question 16

Which statement is most descriptive of problems during childbirth?

Accepted Answer

A)  The overall premature birth rate in the United States has been increasing over the past decade. 
B)  The overall rate of C-section deliveries has steadily been declining in the United States. 
C)  C-section is most often the delivery method of choice for fetuses in the breech position. 
D)  Most women who have a stillbirth are not able to carry future pregnancies to term. 
A)  The overall premature birth rate in the United States has been increasing over the past decade. 
B)  The overall rate of C-section deliveries has steadily been declining in the United States. 
C)  C-section is most often the delivery method of choice for fetuses in the breech position. 
D)  Most women who have a stillbirth are not able to carry future pregnancies to term.

Question 17

Which of the following are symptoms of postpartum psychosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Depression 
B)  Hallucinations 
C)  Delusions 
D)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Depression 
B)  Hallucinations 
C)  Delusions 
D)  All of these are correct.

Question 18

Infants born at 24 weeks' gestation have a greater than 50% chance of survival.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A form of blood poisoning caused by kidney disturbances is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  preeclampsia. 
B)  eclampsia. 
C)  toxemia. 
D)  All of these are correct. 
A)  preeclampsia. 
B)  eclampsia. 
C)  toxemia. 
D)  All of these are correct.

Question 20

How does the gamete intra-Fallopian tube transfer (GIFT) procedure differ from in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

Accepted Answer

A)  The GIFT procedure does not use sperm from a partner and only uses sperm from a donor bank, whereas either can be used with IVF. 
B)  The GIFT procedure uses both donated ovum and sperm, which is fertilized and then placed in the uterus, whereas IVF only uses donor or partner sperm. 
C)  The GIFT procedure implants the ova and sperm into the woman's body prior to fertilization, whereas with IVF they are transferred to the body after fertilization. 
D)  The GIFT procedure is basically the same as IVF, except it adds a procedure to test for genetic abnormalities prior to placement in the woman's body. 
A)  The GIFT procedure does not use sperm from a partner and only uses sperm from a donor bank, whereas either can be used with IVF. 
B)  The GIFT procedure uses both donated ovum and sperm, which is fertilized and then placed in the uterus, whereas IVF only uses donor or partner sperm. 
C)  The GIFT procedure implants the ova and sperm into the woman's body prior to fertilization, whereas with IVF they are transferred to the body after fertilization. 
D)  The GIFT procedure is basically the same as IVF, except it adds a procedure to test for genetic abnormalities prior to placement in the woman's body.

The role of the placenta is to:

When a couple is experiencing fertility issues, most often the problems can be traced back to:

At what point of pregnancy does implantation in the uterus typically occur?

Approximately how many women experience postpartum depression?

Light exercise during pregnancy results in all of the following EXCEPT:

The rate of C-section deliveries has been steadily declining over the past 20 years.

In the first few days of breast-feeding, the breast releases a fluid called:

During pregnancy, a woman's blood volume increases and thus iron is diluted. What are women advised to take in order to counteract this dilution?

Fraternal twins are no more closely genetically related than any two siblings.

Which of the following means "derived from two separate zygotes"?

The drug given to mothers whose Rh is incompatible with the fetus is called:

There is no research evidence that modern-day ultrasounds pose any risk to a fetus.

All of the following statements about labor induction are true EXCEPT:

About how long does an ovum live in the female reproductive tract?

What is the first organ system to function in the embryo?

Which statement is most descriptive of problems during childbirth?

Which of the following are symptoms of postpartum psychosis?

Infants born at 24 weeks' gestation have a greater than 50% chance of survival.

A form of blood poisoning caused by kidney disturbances is known as:

How does the gamete intra-Fallopian tube transfer (GIFT) procedure differ from in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

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Exam 12: Pregnancy and Birth

The role of the placenta is to:

When a couple is experiencing fertility issues, most often the problems can be traced back to:

At what point of pregnancy does implantation in the uterus typically occur?

Approximately how many women experience postpartum depression?

Light exercise during pregnancy results in all of the following EXCEPT:

The rate of C-section deliveries has been steadily declining over the past 20 years.

In the first few days of breast-feeding, the breast releases a fluid called:

During pregnancy, a woman's blood volume increases and thus iron is diluted. What are women advised to take in order to counteract this dilution?

Fraternal twins are no more closely genetically related than any two siblings.

Which of the following means "derived from two separate zygotes"?

The drug given to mothers whose Rh is incompatible with the fetus is called:

There is no research evidence that modern-day ultrasounds pose any risk to a fetus.

All of the following statements about labor induction are true EXCEPT:

About how long does an ovum live in the female reproductive tract?

What is the first organ system to function in the embryo?

Which statement is most descriptive of problems during childbirth?

Which of the following are symptoms of postpartum psychosis?

Infants born at 24 weeks' gestation have a greater than 50% chance of survival.

A form of blood poisoning caused by kidney disturbances is known as:

How does the gamete intra-Fallopian tube transfer (GIFT) procedure differ from in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

Exploring Human Sexuality: Past and Present

Understanding Human Sexuality: Theory and Research

Communication and Sexuality

Gender Development, Gender Roles, and Gender Identity

Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Love and Intimacy

Childhood and Adolescent Sexuality

Adult Sexual Relationships

Sexual Expression

Sexual Orientation

Contraception and Abortion

Challenges to Sexual Functioning

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Hivaids

Varieties of Sexual Expression

Power and Coercion

Sexual Images and Selling Sex

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