Question 1

The basic units of heredity that direct the structure and function of all body cells are

Accepted Answer

A) chromosomes. 
B) trophoblasts. 
C) gametes. 
D) genes. 
A) chromosomes. 
B) trophoblasts. 
C) gametes. 
D) genes.

Question 2

Rubella exposure during the first trimester has no ill effects on the fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Getting drunk just one time during pregnancy is enough to cause a problem in the infant's health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A human ovum and sperm each contains 23 single chromosomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

An advantage of amniocentesis,when compared to chorionic villus sampling,is that it can be performed in the first trimester,which allows for earlier intervention if a defect is detected.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Identify two causes of female infertility and two causes of male infertility.Then list and describe three techniques that can be used to treat infertility.

Accepted Answer

Two causes of female infertility include

Question 7

The risk for infertility in women increases with age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The United States has one of the lowest infant mortality rates among developed countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

An expectant mother's nutritional status is an important factor in the health of the fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The most common cause of life-threatening infections in newborns is

Accepted Answer

A) human immunodeficiency virus. 
B) hepatitis B. 
C) syphilis. 
D) Group B streptococcus. 
A) human immunodeficiency virus. 
B) hepatitis B. 
C) syphilis. 
D) Group B streptococcus.

Question 11

Spontaneous abortions are most commonly caused by

Accepted Answer

A) chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. 
B) poor nutritional status of pregnant women. 
C) the use of cigarettes by pregnant women. 
D) the use of alcohol by pregnant women. 
A) chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. 
B) poor nutritional status of pregnant women. 
C) the use of cigarettes by pregnant women. 
D) the use of alcohol by pregnant women.

Question 12

The settling of the fetus into the pelvic cavity

Accepted Answer

A) occurs at the end of the first trimester. 
B) is known as lightening. 
C) is known as quickening. 
D) indicates delivery within 24 hours. 
A) occurs at the end of the first trimester. 
B) is known as lightening. 
C) is known as quickening. 
D) indicates delivery within 24 hours.

Question 13

A woman who planned her pregnancy is unlikely to experience feelings of being unattractive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a benefit associated with breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

A) Breastfeeding contributes to postpregnancy weight loss. 
B) Breastfeeding can enhance the emotional attachment between mother and infant. 
C) Breastfeeding is a reliable form of birth control as long as breastfeeding continues. 
D) Breast milk is more suited to the nutritional needs of the infant and more easily digested when compared to formula. 
A) Breastfeeding contributes to postpregnancy weight loss. 
B) Breastfeeding can enhance the emotional attachment between mother and infant. 
C) Breastfeeding is a reliable form of birth control as long as breastfeeding continues. 
D) Breast milk is more suited to the nutritional needs of the infant and more easily digested when compared to formula.

Question 15

Kelley's infertility is caused by blocked fallopian tubes.She has no history of pelvic infections or sexually transmitted infections.What is the most likely cause of the blockage?

Accepted Answer

A) scarring from abnormal hormone levels 
B) endometriosis 
C) a congenital defect in the oviduct 
D) a tumor 
A) scarring from abnormal hormone levels 
B) endometriosis 
C) a congenital defect in the oviduct 
D) a tumor

Question 16

Regular prenatal care is unnecessary for a healthy woman who is having an uncomplicated pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The presence of some sexually transmitted infections can be detected through routine prenatal blood tests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When a fertilized ovum becomes implanted at a site other than the uterus,the resulting condition is known as a(n)_______________ pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) ectopic 
B) aborted 
C) gestational 
D) peritoneal 
A) ectopic 
B) aborted 
C) gestational 
D) peritoneal

Question 19

Conception normally occurs in the

Accepted Answer

A) ovary. 
B) uterus. 
C) vagina. 
D) fallopian tube. 
A) ovary. 
B) uterus. 
C) vagina. 
D) fallopian tube.

Question 20

The duration of pregnancy and "due date" are calculated from the time of fertilization because that date can be accurately determined.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 8: Pregnancy and Childbirth

The basic units of heredity that direct the structure and function of all body cells are

Rubella exposure during the first trimester has no ill effects on the fetus.

Getting drunk just one time during pregnancy is enough to cause a problem in the infant's health.

A human ovum and sperm each contains 23 single chromosomes.

An advantage of amniocentesis,when compared to chorionic villus sampling,is that it can be performed in the first trimester,which allows for earlier intervention if a defect is detected.

Identify two causes of female infertility and two causes of male infertility.Then list and describe three techniques that can be used to treat infertility.

The risk for infertility in women increases with age.

The United States has one of the lowest infant mortality rates among developed countries.

An expectant mother's nutritional status is an important factor in the health of the fetus.

The most common cause of life-threatening infections in newborns is

Spontaneous abortions are most commonly caused by

The settling of the fetus into the pelvic cavity

A woman who planned her pregnancy is unlikely to experience feelings of being unattractive.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit associated with breastfeeding?

Kelley's infertility is caused by blocked fallopian tubes.She has no history of pelvic infections or sexually transmitted infections.What is the most likely cause of the blockage?

Regular prenatal care is unnecessary for a healthy woman who is having an uncomplicated pregnancy.

The presence of some sexually transmitted infections can be detected through routine prenatal blood tests.

When a fertilized ovum becomes implanted at a site other than the uterus,the resulting condition is known as a(n)_______________ pregnancy.

Conception normally occurs in the

The duration of pregnancy and "due date" are calculated from the time of fertilization because that date can be accurately determined.

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