Question 1

Morning sickness is most likely caused by:

Accepted Answer

A)  Eating something spicy or rich. 
B)  Increased estrogen and progesterone. 
C)  Growth of the uterus which pushes on the stomach. 
D)  Amniotic fluid that is passing through the placenta to the mother. 
A)  Eating something spicy or rich. 
B)  Increased estrogen and progesterone. 
C)  Growth of the uterus which pushes on the stomach. 
D)  Amniotic fluid that is passing through the placenta to the mother.

Question 2

What is a common sign of early pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tender breasts 
B)  More frequent bowel movements 
C)  Increased libido 
D)  A feeling of stretching of the skin in the abdominal region 
A)  Tender breasts 
B)  More frequent bowel movements 
C)  Increased libido 
D)  A feeling of stretching of the skin in the abdominal region

Question 3

If a baby is born at 24weeks, what are its chances for survival?

Accepted Answer

A)  If a baby is born at 24weeks, what are its chances for survival? 
B)  About 20% 
C)  Greater than 50% 
D)  Almost 100% with current technology 
A)  If a baby is born at 24weeks, what are its chances for survival? 
B)  About 20% 
C)  Greater than 50% 
D)  Almost 100% with current technology

Question 4

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 5

Identify four signs of pregnancy, and explain why they occur.

Accepted Answer

Four signs of pregnancy include missed p

Question 6

A 25‐year old woman could be diagnosed with infertility after having regular unprotected sex and not conceiving after how many months?

Accepted Answer

A)  3 months 
B)  6 months 
C)  12 months 
D)  18 months 
A)  3 months 
B)  6 months 
C)  12 months 
D)  18 months

Question 7

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation from the partner or from a sperm donor and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes to assist with fertilization?

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 8

Explain the process of conception, and describe how the human body is programmed to help pregnancy occur. Make sure to reference information from your textbook.

Accepted Answer

The process of conception begins with th

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Some cultures believe semen is essential throughout pregnancy for proper fetal development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Fertilization normally takes place in the uterus

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A mother breastfeeds her infant exclusively through the first 6 months and then continues breastfeeding until the child is 2. Whose recommendation is she following?

Accepted Answer

A)  American Academy of Pediatrics 
B)  American Association of Midwives 
C)  World Health Organization 
D)  She is not following any standard recommendations as experts do not recommend?breastfeeding beyond the first year. 
A)  American Academy of Pediatrics 
B)  American Association of Midwives 
C)  World Health Organization 
D)  She is not following any standard recommendations as experts do not recommend?breastfeeding beyond the first year.

Question 13

Jackie has irregular periods, therefore, she did not realize she was already 14 weeks along when she took a home pregnancy test. However, the test was negative. What could explain this?

Accepted Answer

A)  hCG levels peak in the 2nd and 3rd month of pregnancy and then drop off to levels that might not be detected by a home pregnancy test. 
B)  By the 12th week of pregnancy, estrogen and progesterone have leveled off so differences in them are no longer detected by a home pregnancy test. 
C)  Home pregnancy tests are only able to detect changes in a woman's body related to pregnancy for the first 6 weeks of pregnancy. 
D)  She was using her early morning urine for the test which tends to be lower in concentration of pregnancy hormones. 
A)  hCG levels peak in the 2nd and 3rd month of pregnancy and then drop off to levels that might not be detected by a home pregnancy test. 
B)  By the 12th week of pregnancy, estrogen and progesterone have leveled off so differences in them are no longer detected by a home pregnancy test. 
C)  Home pregnancy tests are only able to detect changes in a woman's body related to pregnancy for the first 6 weeks of pregnancy. 
D)  She was using her early morning urine for the test which tends to be lower in concentration of pregnancy hormones.

Question 14

The fetus is about 13 inches long and 1.75 pounds, resembles a human and has developed reflexes such as sucking and swallowing. What stage of pregnancy are we talking about?

Accepted Answer

A)  End of the first month 
B)  End of the first trimester 
C)  End of the second trimester 
D)  About 1 month before birth 
A)  End of the first month 
B)  End of the first trimester 
C)  End of the second trimester 
D)  About 1 month before birth

Question 15

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 16

Related to sexuality after childbirth, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most women take up to a year before resuming pre‐pregnancy sexual desire and frequency. 
B)  Sexual intercourse can be safely resumed immediately following delivery. 
C)  Most physicians advise heterosexual patients who had an uncomplicated delivery to wait 6 weeks postpartum before resuming intercourse. 
D)  Most women report increased vaginal lubrication up to 6 months postpartum. 
A)  Most women take up to a year before resuming pre‐pregnancy sexual desire and frequency. 
B)  Sexual intercourse can be safely resumed immediately following delivery. 
C)  Most physicians advise heterosexual patients who had an uncomplicated delivery to wait 6 weeks postpartum before resuming intercourse. 
D)  Most women report increased vaginal lubrication up to 6 months postpartum.

Question 17

What medical procedure can be used for sex selection of an embryo?

Accepted Answer

A)  Microsorting 
B)  Genetic embryo testing 
C)  Amniocentesis 
D)  All of these 
A)  Microsorting 
B)  Genetic embryo testing 
C)  Amniocentesis 
D)  All of these

Question 18

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

Question 19

Which vitamin supplement are pregnant women often advised to take?

Accepted Answer

A)  Folic acid 
B)  B6 
C)  Iron 
D)  All of these 
A)  Folic acid 
B)  B6 
C)  Iron 
D)  All of these

Question 20

If Amanda is 39 years old and has been actively trying to achieve a pregnancy, her health care provider would likely suggest infertility treatment and evaluation after how long?

Accepted Answer

A)  After she and her partner had tried for over 1 year 
B)  After she and her partner had tried for 2 years 
C)  After she and her partner had tried for 6 months 
D)  After she and her partner had tried for 3 months 
A)  After she and her partner had tried for over 1 year 
B)  After she and her partner had tried for 2 years 
C)  After she and her partner had tried for 6 months 
D)  After she and her partner had tried for 3 months

Morning sickness is most likely caused by:

What is a common sign of early pregnancy?

If a baby is born at 24weeks, what are its chances for survival?

What statement regarding sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Identify four signs of pregnancy, and explain why they occur.

A 25‐year old woman could be diagnosed with infertility after having regular unprotected sex and not conceiving after how many months?

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation from the partner or from a sperm donor and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes to assist with fertilization?

Explain the process of conception, and describe how the human body is programmed to help pregnancy occur. Make sure to reference information from your textbook.

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

Some cultures believe semen is essential throughout pregnancy for proper fetal development.

Fertilization normally takes place in the uterus

A mother breastfeeds her infant exclusively through the first 6 months and then continues breastfeeding until the child is 2. Whose recommendation is she following?

Jackie has irregular periods, therefore, she did not realize she was already 14 weeks along when she took a home pregnancy test. However, the test was negative. What could explain this?

The fetus is about 13 inches long and 1.75 pounds, resembles a human and has developed reflexes such as sucking and swallowing. What stage of pregnancy are we talking about?

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

Related to sexuality after childbirth, which of the following is true?

What medical procedure can be used for sex selection of an embryo?

The role of the placenta is to:

Which vitamin supplement are pregnant women often advised to take?

If Amanda is 39 years old and has been actively trying to achieve a pregnancy, her health care provider would likely suggest infertility treatment and evaluation after how long?

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Exam 12: Pregnancy and Birth

Morning sickness is most likely caused by:

What is a common sign of early pregnancy?

If a baby is born at 24weeks, what are its chances for survival?

What statement regarding sex during pregnancy is TRUE?

Identify four signs of pregnancy, and explain why they occur.

A 25‐year old woman could be diagnosed with infertility after having regular unprotected sex and not conceiving after how many months?

What is the procedure called when sperm are collected via masturbation from the partner or from a sperm donor and then deposited in the vagina, cervix, uterus, or Fallopian tubes to assist with fertilization?

Explain the process of conception, and describe how the human body is programmed to help pregnancy occur. Make sure to reference information from your textbook.

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

Some cultures believe semen is essential throughout pregnancy for proper fetal development.

Fertilization normally takes place in the uterus

A mother breastfeeds her infant exclusively through the first 6 months and then continues breastfeeding until the child is 2. Whose recommendation is she following?

Jackie has irregular periods, therefore, she did not realize she was already 14 weeks along when she took a home pregnancy test. However, the test was negative. What could explain this?

The fetus is about 13 inches long and 1.75 pounds, resembles a human and has developed reflexes such as sucking and swallowing. What stage of pregnancy are we talking about?

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

Related to sexuality after childbirth, which of the following is true?

What medical procedure can be used for sex selection of an embryo?

The role of the placenta is to:

Which vitamin supplement are pregnant women often advised to take?

If Amanda is 39 years old and has been actively trying to achieve a pregnancy, her health care provider would likely suggest infertility treatment and evaluation after how long?

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

Sexuality in the Media and the Arts

Filters