Exam 5: Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

What best describes the process through which the vagina is lubricated during sexual arousal?

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is recognized by the American Psychiatric Association as a psychological disorder.

While there are no overall ethnic differences in the prevalence of premenstrual symptoms (PMS), research has found ethnic differences related to the following:

A fertilized ovum typically implants in the cervix.

Which woman is MOST likely to experience secondary amenorrhea?

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

What statement is TRUE about menarche?

Decreasing estrogen during the years leading up to and after menopause can lead to all of the following EXCEPT:

What is the age range in which menopause will typically occur?

What layer of the uterus contracts to expel menstrual fluid and push the fetus out of the womb during labor?

What female external sex organ sits inside the labia majora and joins together to form the prepuce?

Recent research has concluded that there is no medical need for women to have monthly periods.

What is another name for the introitus?

Which of the following is a function of the cervix?

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

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

What are the four main areas of PMDD symptoms?

Sadaf has irregular menstruation, is overweight, and has excessive body and facial hair, and acne. What condition could she have?

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

The uterus is the female's most important producer of female sex hormones.