Question 1

The estrogen in combination pills prohibits the pituitary gland's secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The ovulation method of contraception

Accepted Answer

A) is the same as the withdrawal method. 
B) is very ineffective. 
C) tracks changes in the viscosity of the cervical mucus. 
D) All of the above 
A) is the same as the withdrawal method. 
B) is very ineffective. 
C) tracks changes in the viscosity of the cervical mucus. 
D) All of the above

Question 3

What is one reason douching does not prevent pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) Because sperm are sticky and cannot be flushed away 
B) Because sperm are traveling toward the uterus in fifteen seconds; douching is too late 
C) Because sperm has a pH value opposite to douches 
D) Because a woman's immune system protects sperm 
A) Because sperm are sticky and cannot be flushed away 
B) Because sperm are traveling toward the uterus in fifteen seconds; douching is too late 
C) Because sperm has a pH value opposite to douches 
D) Because a woman's immune system protects sperm

Question 4

Historically, people have attempted methods of contraception ever since

Accepted Answer

A) the discovery that coitus is associated with conception. 
B) Ancient Egypt. 
C) Ancient Rome. 
D) the middle ages. 
A) the discovery that coitus is associated with conception. 
B) Ancient Egypt. 
C) Ancient Rome. 
D) the middle ages.

Question 5

Combination pills contain synthetic

Accepted Answer

A) estrogen and vitamins. 
B) progestin and vitamins. 
C) estrogen and prostaglandins. 
D) estrogen and progesterone. 
A) estrogen and vitamins. 
B) progestin and vitamins. 
C) estrogen and prostaglandins. 
D) estrogen and progesterone.

Question 6

When people talk about "the pill," they are referring to

Accepted Answer

A) progestin-only pills. 
B) multiphasic pills. 
C) combination pills. 
D) All of the above can be called "the pill." 
A) progestin-only pills. 
B) multiphasic pills. 
C) combination pills. 
D) All of the above can be called "the pill."

Question 7

Douching can be an effective method of contraception after coitus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The most popular form of birth control for single women of child-bearing age is

Accepted Answer

A) the condom. 
B) the diaphragm. 
C) withdrawal. 
D) the birth-control pill. 
A) the condom. 
B) the diaphragm. 
C) withdrawal. 
D) the birth-control pill.

Question 9

In China, 70% of abortions in the last ten years involve prenatal females.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Nina is concerned about the effectiveness of Depo-Provera as a contraceptive strategy. What should you tell Nina about the failure rate?

Accepted Answer

A) The failure rate is similar to that of the diaphragm. 
B) The failure rate is only about 7%. 
C) The failure rate is lower than the IUD but higher than oral contraceptives. 
D) The failure rate is comparable to sterilization. 
A) The failure rate is similar to that of the diaphragm. 
B) The failure rate is only about 7%. 
C) The failure rate is lower than the IUD but higher than oral contraceptives. 
D) The failure rate is comparable to sterilization.

Question 11

Depending on the type used, injectable contraceptives need to be taken

Accepted Answer

A) weekly. 
B) monthly or every three months. 
C) every six months. 
D) every twelve months. 
A) weekly. 
B) monthly or every three months. 
C) every six months. 
D) every twelve months.

Question 12

Jeff and Wanda use condoms as their primary form of contraception. As part of their foreplay, Jeff likes to tease Wanda by "dipping," during which he rubs the head of his penis on the opening of her vagina, but he does not insert it. What should Jeff and Wanda know?

Accepted Answer

A) This is a common behavior that is considered a method of safer sex. 
B) They should remember to put on a condom before proceeding to full intercourse. 
C) If they use condoms, Jeff should wear the condom before "dipping." 
D) If Jeff is wearing a condom during "dipping," he will have to change condoms before having intercourse. 
A) This is a common behavior that is considered a method of safer sex. 
B) They should remember to put on a condom before proceeding to full intercourse. 
C) If they use condoms, Jeff should wear the condom before "dipping." 
D) If Jeff is wearing a condom during "dipping," he will have to change condoms before having intercourse.

Question 13

In Greek and Roman times what was used for contraception?

Accepted Answer

A) Something similar to the present day condom 
B) Absorbent materials placed in the vagina 
C) Drugs 
D) Fluids to flush the vagina 
A) Something similar to the present day condom 
B) Absorbent materials placed in the vagina 
C) Drugs 
D) Fluids to flush the vagina

Question 14

Because of the strength of the dosage, the morning-after pill is not recommended as a regular form of birth control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A woman using Depo-Provera must receive an injection

Accepted Answer

A) every month. 
B) every three months. 
C) every six months. 
D) once a year. 
A) every month. 
B) every three months. 
C) every six months. 
D) once a year.

Question 16

The cervical cap should be kept in place for at least eight hours after intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following should be considered when selecting a method of contraception?

Accepted Answer

A) effectiveness 
B) safety 
C) protection against STIs 
D) All of the above 
A) effectiveness 
B) safety 
C) protection against STIs 
D) All of the above

Question 18

Tubal sterilization

Accepted Answer

A) is also called tubal ligation. 
B) is the most common form of female sterilization. 
C) prevents ova and sperm from passing through the fallopian tubes. 
D) All of the above 
A) is also called tubal ligation. 
B) is the most common form of female sterilization. 
C) prevents ova and sperm from passing through the fallopian tubes. 
D) All of the above

Question 19

Progestin

Accepted Answer

A) lowers estrogen levels. 
B) delays ovulation. 
C) increases the thickness and acidity of the cervical mucus. 
D) increases progesterone levels. 
A) lowers estrogen levels. 
B) delays ovulation. 
C) increases the thickness and acidity of the cervical mucus. 
D) increases progesterone levels.

Question 20

What is a potential problem with the use of IUDs?

Accepted Answer

A) They can cause excessive menstrual cramps. 
B) They can increase blood pressure. 
C) They can fall out during athletic activities. 
D) They can cause a mucous discharge. 
A) They can cause excessive menstrual cramps. 
B) They can increase blood pressure. 
C) They can fall out during athletic activities. 
D) They can cause a mucous discharge.

The estrogen in combination pills prohibits the pituitary gland's secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH).

The ovulation method of contraception

What is one reason douching does not prevent pregnancy?

Historically, people have attempted methods of contraception ever since

Combination pills contain synthetic

When people talk about "the pill," they are referring to

Douching can be an effective method of contraception after coitus.

The most popular form of birth control for single women of child-bearing age is

In China, 70% of abortions in the last ten years involve prenatal females.

Nina is concerned about the effectiveness of Depo-Provera as a contraceptive strategy. What should you tell Nina about the failure rate?

Depending on the type used, injectable contraceptives need to be taken

Jeff and Wanda use condoms as their primary form of contraception. As part of their foreplay, Jeff likes to tease Wanda by "dipping," during which he rubs the head of his penis on the opening of her vagina, but he does not insert it. What should Jeff and Wanda know?

In Greek and Roman times what was used for contraception?

Because of the strength of the dosage, the morning-after pill is not recommended as a regular form of birth control.

A woman using Depo-Provera must receive an injection

The cervical cap should be kept in place for at least eight hours after intercourse.

Which of the following should be considered when selecting a method of contraception?

Tubal sterilization

Progestin

What is a potential problem with the use of IUDs?

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Exam 12: Contraception and Abortion

The estrogen in combination pills prohibits the pituitary gland's secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH).

The ovulation method of contraception

What is one reason douching does not prevent pregnancy?

Historically, people have attempted methods of contraception ever since

Combination pills contain synthetic

When people talk about "the pill," they are referring to

Douching can be an effective method of contraception after coitus.

The most popular form of birth control for single women of child-bearing age is

In China, 70% of abortions in the last ten years involve prenatal females.

Nina is concerned about the effectiveness of Depo-Provera as a contraceptive strategy. What should you tell Nina about the failure rate?

Depending on the type used, injectable contraceptives need to be taken

Jeff and Wanda use condoms as their primary form of contraception. As part of their foreplay, Jeff likes to tease Wanda by "dipping," during which he rubs the head of his penis on the opening of her vagina, but he does not insert it. What should Jeff and Wanda know?

In Greek and Roman times what was used for contraception?

Because of the strength of the dosage, the morning-after pill is not recommended as a regular form of birth control.

A woman using Depo-Provera must receive an injection

The cervical cap should be kept in place for at least eight hours after intercourse.

Which of the following should be considered when selecting a method of contraception?

Tubal sterilization

Progestin

What is a potential problem with the use of IUDs?

What Is Human Sexuality

Research Methods in Human Sexuality

Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Sexual Arousal and Response

Gender Identity, Gender Roles, and Gender Differences

Attraction and Lovebinding Forces

Relationships and Communication

Sexual Behaviors and Fantasies

Sexual Orientation

Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence

Sexuality in Adulthood

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Atypical Sexual Variations

Sexual Coercion

Commercial Sex

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