Question 1

When must a birth take place to be considered premature?

Accepted Answer

A)  Before the 35th week of pregnancy 
B)  Before the 37th week of pregnancy 
C)  Before the 39th week of pregnancy 
D)  Before the due date 
A)  Before the 35th week of pregnancy 
B)  Before the 37th week of pregnancy 
C)  Before the 39th week of pregnancy 
D)  Before the due date

Question 2

What percent of all diagnosed pregnancies end in miscarriage?

Accepted Answer

A)  2% to 5% 
B)  5% to 10% 
C)  15% to 20% 
D)  25% to 30% 
A)  2% to 5% 
B)  5% to 10% 
C)  15% to 20% 
D)  25% to 30%

Question 3

What is an explanation for food aversions that commonly develop during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  They protect women from eating too much. 
B)  They protect the fetus from food-borne illness and harmful bacteria. 
C)  It happens more often in women who are carrying twins. 
D)  It happens when there is an imbalance of amniotic fluid. 
A)  They protect women from eating too much. 
B)  They protect the fetus from food-borne illness and harmful bacteria. 
C)  It happens more often in women who are carrying twins. 
D)  It happens when there is an imbalance of amniotic fluid.

Question 4

A pregnant woman begins to feel fetal movement and has more energy and less morning sickness. What stage of pregnancy is she in?

Accepted Answer

A)  The first trimester 
B)  The second trimester 
C)  About 8 weeks into the pregnancy 
D)  About 8 weeks left to go in the pregnancy 
A)  The first trimester 
B)  The second trimester 
C)  About 8 weeks into the pregnancy 
D)  About 8 weeks left to go in the pregnancy

Question 5

What statement regarding sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Oral sex should be avoided during pregnancy. 
B)  Some cultures believe semen is essential throughout pregnancy for proper fetal development. 
C)  While intercourse is safe during pregnancy, orgasm is not and should be avoided. 
D)  During the first trimester, sexual interest is often at its peak because the couple does not have to worry about becoming pregnant anymore. 
A)  Oral sex should be avoided during pregnancy. 
B)  Some cultures believe semen is essential throughout pregnancy for proper fetal development. 
C)  While intercourse is safe during pregnancy, orgasm is not and should be avoided. 
D)  During the first trimester, sexual interest is often at its peak because the couple does not have to worry about becoming pregnant anymore.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

A)  Changes in sleep, eating, and sexual desire 
B)  Low energy 
C)  Anxiety 
D)  Paranoia 
A)  Changes in sleep, eating, and sexual desire 
B)  Low energy 
C)  Anxiety 
D)  Paranoia

Question 7

What is a cause of female infertility?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ovulation disorders 
B)  Blocked Fallopian tubes 
C)  Endometriosis 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Ovulation disorders 
B)  Blocked Fallopian tubes 
C)  Endometriosis 
D)  All of the above

Question 8

What is the leading cause of maternal mortality in the first trimester?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ectopic pregnancy 
B)  Excessive loss of blood due to miscarriage 
C)  Bacterial blood infections transferred through the placenta 
D)  Uncontrollable morning sickness 
A)  Ectopic pregnancy 
B)  Excessive loss of blood due to miscarriage 
C)  Bacterial blood infections transferred through the placenta 
D)  Uncontrollable morning sickness

Question 9

With modern advances, the use of fertility drugs no longer increases the likelihood of multiple births.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is a collection of thick mucus in the cervix that prevents bacteria from entering the uterus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Amnion 
B)  Blastocyst 
C)  Mucus plug 
D)  Couvade 
A)  Amnion 
B)  Blastocyst 
C)  Mucus plug 
D)  Couvade

Question 11

Explain how the rates of C-section birth have changed over the past 20 years. Discuss reasons for these changes.

Accepted Answer

C-section births involve delivery of the

Question 12

When is a woman considered infertile?

Accepted Answer

A)  After six months of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
B)  After one year of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
C)  After 18 months of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
D)  Since each woman's circumstances are unique, "infertility" does not have a precise definition. 
A)  After six months of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
B)  After one year of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
C)  After 18 months of vaginal intercourse without the use of birth control 
D)  Since each woman's circumstances are unique, "infertility" does not have a precise definition.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of breast-feeding?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strengthening of the immune system 
B)  Increase in infant allergies 
C)  Resistance to asthma 
D)  Reduction in tooth decay 
A)  Strengthening of the immune system 
B)  Increase in infant allergies 
C)  Resistance to asthma 
D)  Reduction in tooth decay

Question 14

What statement regarding oral sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Oral sex should be avoided during pregnancy. 
B)  Oral sex is fine, although air should never be blown into the vagina of a pregnant woman. 
C)  Oral sex is fine for women under the age of 30. 
D)  Oral sex is fine for all ages, and there are no risks associated with it. 
A)  Oral sex should be avoided during pregnancy. 
B)  Oral sex is fine, although air should never be blown into the vagina of a pregnant woman. 
C)  Oral sex is fine for women under the age of 30. 
D)  Oral sex is fine for all ages, and there are no risks associated with it.

Question 15

Statistically speaking, during what time of the year are women most likely to get pregnant?

Accepted Answer

A)  In the spring and early September 
B)  In the summer and late December 
C)  In the winter and early May 
D)  In the fall and late July 
A)  In the spring and early September 
B)  In the summer and late December 
C)  In the winter and early May 
D)  In the fall and late July

Question 16

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes?

Accepted Answer

A)  In vitro fertilization (IVF) 
B)  Preimplantation fertility diagnosis (PI
D)  
C)  Artificial insemination (AI) 
D)  Intracellular sperm injections (ICSI) 
A)  In vitro fertilization (IVF) 
B)  Preimplantation fertility diagnosis (PI
D)  
C)  Artificial insemination (AI) 
D)  Intracellular sperm injections (ICSI)

Question 17

In vitro fertilization is the process of inserting an already fertilized zygote into the woman's uterus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

As of 2007, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend Down syndrome screening for all women, regardless of age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A progression of toxemia with similar but worsening conditions is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  preeclampsia. 
B)  eclampsia. 
C)  toxemia. 
D)  None of these are correct. 
A)  preeclampsia. 
B)  eclampsia. 
C)  toxemia. 
D)  None of these are correct.

Question 20

Women are most likely to feel the best during the second trimester of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When must a birth take place to be considered premature?

What percent of all diagnosed pregnancies end in miscarriage?

What is an explanation for food aversions that commonly develop during pregnancy?

A pregnant woman begins to feel fetal movement and has more energy and less morning sickness. What stage of pregnancy is she in?

What statement regarding sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression?

What is a cause of female infertility?

What is the leading cause of maternal mortality in the first trimester?

With modern advances, the use of fertility drugs no longer increases the likelihood of multiple births.

Which of the following is a collection of thick mucus in the cervix that prevents bacteria from entering the uterus?

Explain how the rates of C-section birth have changed over the past 20 years. Discuss reasons for these changes.

When is a woman considered infertile?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of breast-feeding?

What statement regarding oral sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Statistically speaking, during what time of the year are women most likely to get pregnant?

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes?

In vitro fertilization is the process of inserting an already fertilized zygote into the woman's uterus.

As of 2007, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend Down syndrome screening for all women, regardless of age.

A progression of toxemia with similar but worsening conditions is known as:

Women are most likely to feel the best during the second trimester of pregnancy.

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Exam 12: Pregnancy and Birth

When must a birth take place to be considered premature?

What percent of all diagnosed pregnancies end in miscarriage?

What is an explanation for food aversions that commonly develop during pregnancy?

A pregnant woman begins to feel fetal movement and has more energy and less morning sickness. What stage of pregnancy is she in?

What statement regarding sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression?

What is a cause of female infertility?

What is the leading cause of maternal mortality in the first trimester?

With modern advances, the use of fertility drugs no longer increases the likelihood of multiple births.

Which of the following is a collection of thick mucus in the cervix that prevents bacteria from entering the uterus?

Explain how the rates of C-section birth have changed over the past 20 years. Discuss reasons for these changes.

When is a woman considered infertile?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of breast-feeding?

What statement regarding oral sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Statistically speaking, during what time of the year are women most likely to get pregnant?

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes?

In vitro fertilization is the process of inserting an already fertilized zygote into the woman's uterus.

As of 2007, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend Down syndrome screening for all women, regardless of age.

A progression of toxemia with similar but worsening conditions is known as:

Women are most likely to feel the best during the second trimester of pregnancy.

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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