Question 1

_____ are benign uterine tumors that develop from smooth muscle cells in the myometrium and are commonly called uterine fibroids.

Accepted Answer

A) Endometrial polyps 
B) Myometrial polyps 
C) Leiomyomas 
D) Myometriomas 
A) Endometrial polyps 
B) Myometrial polyps 
C) Leiomyomas 
D) Myometriomas

Question 2

Which breast disorder is characterized by bilateral nodularity and breast tenderness that waxes and wanes with the menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

A) Paget disease 
B) Fibroadenoma 
C) Fibrocystic changes 
D) Lobular carcinoma in situ 
A) Paget disease 
B) Fibroadenoma 
C) Fibrocystic changes 
D) Lobular carcinoma in situ

Question 3

Taking oral contraceptives increases the risk for ovarian and endometrial cancers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Match the description with the disorder.
-Testicular torsion

Accepted Answer

A) Painless diverticulum of the epididymis located between the head of the epididymis and the testis 
B) Collection of fluid in the tunica vaginalis 
C) Rotation of a testis, which twists blood vessels of the spermatic cord 
D) Abnormal dilation of the vein within the spermatic cord 
A) Painless diverticulum of the epididymis located between the head of the epididymis and the testis 
B) Collection of fluid in the tunica vaginalis 
C) Rotation of a testis, which twists blood vessels of the spermatic cord 
D) Abnormal dilation of the vein within the spermatic cord

Question 5

The risk of testicular cancer is 35 to 50 times greater for men with cryptorchidism than for the general male population.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Considering the mediating factors of PMS, which drug is used to treat it?

Accepted Answer

A) NSAIDs 
B) Estrogens 
C) SSRIs 
D) Progestins 
A) NSAIDs 
B) Estrogens 
C) SSRIs 
D) Progestins

Question 7

Constitutional delay of puberty seldom requires treatment, unless the delay is causing psychosocial problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The most common cause of cycle irregularities is a result of:

Accepted Answer

A) disorders within the endometrium. 
B) obstruction of the fallopian tubes. 
C) pregnancy. 
D) failure to ovulate. 
A) disorders within the endometrium. 
B) obstruction of the fallopian tubes. 
C) pregnancy. 
D) failure to ovulate.

Question 9

Match the description with the disorder.
-Hydrocele

Accepted Answer

A) Painless diverticulum of the epididymis located between the head of the epididymis and the testis 
B) Collection of fluid in the tunica vaginalis 
C) Rotation of a testis, which twists blood vessels of the spermatic cord 
D) Abnormal dilation of the vein within the spermatic cord 
A) Painless diverticulum of the epididymis located between the head of the epididymis and the testis 
B) Collection of fluid in the tunica vaginalis 
C) Rotation of a testis, which twists blood vessels of the spermatic cord 
D) Abnormal dilation of the vein within the spermatic cord

Question 10

Match the phrases with the corresponding cancer.
-Male breast cancer

Accepted Answer

A) Seen with HPV infection 
B) Advanced at the time of diagnosis 
C) Most curable cancer 
D) Vasectomy increases risk 
A) Seen with HPV infection 
B) Advanced at the time of diagnosis 
C) Most curable cancer 
D) Vasectomy increases risk

Question 11

A low-fat, vegetarian diet helps relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

DUB secondary to ovarian dysfunction is abnormal uterine bleeding resulting from:

Accepted Answer

A) endometriosis. 
B) progesterone deficiency or relative estrogen excess. 
C) sexually transmitted infections. 
D) congenital abnormalities in the uterine structure. 
A) endometriosis. 
B) progesterone deficiency or relative estrogen excess. 
C) sexually transmitted infections. 
D) congenital abnormalities in the uterine structure.

Question 13

Match the phrases with the corresponding cancer.
-Testicular cancer

Accepted Answer

A) Seen with HPV infection 
B) Advanced at the time of diagnosis 
C) Most curable cancer 
D) Vasectomy increases risk 
A) Seen with HPV infection 
B) Advanced at the time of diagnosis 
C) Most curable cancer 
D) Vasectomy increases risk

Question 14

Most epithelial ovarian cancers arise from a single cell and involve the loss of tumor suppressor genes and activation of oncogenes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Dysmenorrhea is caused by the release of the chemical mediator:

Accepted Answer

A) leukotrienes. 
B) prostaglandins. 
C) bradykinin. 
D) C-reactive protein. 
A) leukotrienes. 
B) prostaglandins. 
C) bradykinin. 
D) C-reactive protein.

Question 16

In 95% of cases of delayed puberty the problem is caused by:

Accepted Answer

A) disruption in the hypothalamus. 
B) disruption of the pituitary. 
C) deficit in estrogen or testosterone. 
D) physiological hormonal delays. 
A) disruption in the hypothalamus. 
B) disruption of the pituitary. 
C) deficit in estrogen or testosterone. 
D) physiological hormonal delays.

Question 17

Prevention of constipation and treatment of chronic cough may help prevent uterine prolapse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What process occurs when columnar epithelium is replaced by squamous epithelium in the transformation zone?

Accepted Answer

A) Dysplasia 
B) Aplasia 
C) Metaplasia 
D) Epithelplasia 
A) Dysplasia 
B) Aplasia 
C) Metaplasia 
D) Epithelplasia

Question 19

What description is given when all or most of the cervical epithelium shows cellular features of carcinoma, but underlying tissue is not affected?

Accepted Answer

A) Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) 
B) Cervical dysplasia 
C) Cervical carcinoma in situ 
D) Invasive carcinoma of the cervix 
A) Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) 
B) Cervical dysplasia 
C) Cervical carcinoma in situ 
D) Invasive carcinoma of the cervix

Question 20

Which are clinical manifestations of testicular cancer?

Accepted Answer

A) Firm, nontender testicular mass 
B) Painful, mobile, firm testicular mass 
C) Painful fluid-filled testicular mass 
D) Soft, nontender testicular mass 
A) Firm, nontender testicular mass 
B) Painful, mobile, firm testicular mass 
C) Painful fluid-filled testicular mass 
D) Soft, nontender testicular mass

Exam 23: Alterations of the Reproductive Systems

_____ are benign uterine tumors that develop from smooth muscle cells in the myometrium and are commonly called uterine fibroids.

Which breast disorder is characterized by bilateral nodularity and breast tenderness that waxes and wanes with the menstrual cycle?

Taking oral contraceptives increases the risk for ovarian and endometrial cancers.

Match the description with the disorder. -Testicular torsion

The risk of testicular cancer is 35 to 50 times greater for men with cryptorchidism than for the general male population.

Considering the mediating factors of PMS, which drug is used to treat it?

Constitutional delay of puberty seldom requires treatment, unless the delay is causing psychosocial problems.

The most common cause of cycle irregularities is a result of:

Match the description with the disorder. -Hydrocele

Match the phrases with the corresponding cancer. -Male breast cancer

A low-fat, vegetarian diet helps relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

DUB secondary to ovarian dysfunction is abnormal uterine bleeding resulting from:

Match the phrases with the corresponding cancer. -Testicular cancer

Most epithelial ovarian cancers arise from a single cell and involve the loss of tumor suppressor genes and activation of oncogenes.

Dysmenorrhea is caused by the release of the chemical mediator:

In 95% of cases of delayed puberty the problem is caused by:

Prevention of constipation and treatment of chronic cough may help prevent uterine prolapse.

What process occurs when columnar epithelium is replaced by squamous epithelium in the transformation zone?

What description is given when all or most of the cervical epithelium shows cellular features of carcinoma, but underlying tissue is not affected?

Which are clinical manifestations of testicular cancer?

Cellular Biology

Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology

The Cellular Environment: Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases

Genes and Genetic Diseases

Genes, Environment, and Common Diseases

Innate Immunity: Inflammation

Adaptive Immunity

Alterations in Immunity and Inflammation

Infection

Stress and Disease

Biology, Clinical Manifestations, and Treatment of Cancer

Cancer Epidemiology

Cancer in Children

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics and Motor Function

Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and the Neuromuscular Junction

Neurobiology of Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders

Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

Structure and Function of the Reproductive System

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

Alterations of Erythrocyte Function

Alterations of Leukocyte, Lymphoid, and Hemostatic Function

Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Digestive System

Alterations of Digestive Function

Alterations of Digestive Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

Alterations of the Integument in Children

Shock, Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome, and Burns in Adult

Shock, Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome, and Burns in Children

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