Question 1

The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of

Accepted Answer

A) people who keep using a particular contraceptive after a specified period of time. 
B) women who cannot become pregnant once they have stopped using a contraceptive. 
C) women who become pregnant while using a contraceptive. 
D) people who use more than one method of contraception in a single year. 
A) people who keep using a particular contraceptive after a specified period of time. 
B) women who cannot become pregnant once they have stopped using a contraceptive. 
C) women who become pregnant while using a contraceptive. 
D) people who use more than one method of contraception in a single year.

Question 2

The most commonly used oral contraceptive is the combination pill.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A cervical cap may be left in place for up to 48 hours without increased risk for infection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

For the past five years,Yvonne's choice of contraceptive has been a combination oral contraceptive pill.Yvonne recently started a new job that has very irregular hours,and she now has difficulty taking her pills at a consistent time each day.What other methods of birth control could Yvonne use that would offer similar results and better fit her new schedule? What would you recommend that she try? Explain your reasons.

Accepted Answer

Yvonne could consider using a long-actin

Question 5

The disadvantages of the contraceptive sponge include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) possible allergic reactions. 
B) an association with toxic shock syndrome. 
C) lower doses of spermicide than other methods. 
D) difficulty with removal. 
A) possible allergic reactions. 
B) an association with toxic shock syndrome. 
C) lower doses of spermicide than other methods. 
D) difficulty with removal.

Question 6

Contraceptive foams,creams,and jellies must be inserted

Accepted Answer

A) deep in the vagina near the cervix. 
B) in the uterus. 
C) at the vaginal opening. 
D) close to the fallopian tubes. 
A) deep in the vagina near the cervix. 
B) in the uterus. 
C) at the vaginal opening. 
D) close to the fallopian tubes.

Question 7

Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by

Accepted Answer

A) reducing the number of sperm that penetrate the cervix by thickening cervical mucus. 
B) blocking sperm from reaching the ovum. 
C) changing the acidity of the vaginal canal. 
D) preventing ovulation by mimicking the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum. 
A) reducing the number of sperm that penetrate the cervix by thickening cervical mucus. 
B) blocking sperm from reaching the ovum. 
C) changing the acidity of the vaginal canal. 
D) preventing ovulation by mimicking the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum.

Question 8

Tubal sterilization or tubal ligation entails the severing or blocking of the

Accepted Answer

A) uterus. 
B) testes. 
C) vas deferens. 
D) oviducts. 
A) uterus. 
B) testes. 
C) vas deferens. 
D) oviducts.

Question 9

Describe the best practices for using a male latex condom,from choosing one in a store to disposing of it after use.

Accepted Answer

When it comes to using a male latex cond

Question 10

Which of the following statements about IUDs is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) IUDs do not offer protection against STIs. 
B) IUDs terminate rather than prevent pregnancy. 
C) IUDs are suitable for women with suspected pregnancy. 
D) IUDs are not recommended for women who have never had a chilD. 
A) IUDs do not offer protection against STIs. 
B) IUDs terminate rather than prevent pregnancy. 
C) IUDs are suitable for women with suspected pregnancy. 
D) IUDs are not recommended for women who have never had a chilD.

Question 11

The life span of an unfertilized egg is about _____ hours.

Accepted Answer

A) 12 
B) 24 
C) 48 
D) 72 
A) 12 
B) 24 
C) 48 
D) 72

Question 12

Male condoms are the most popular type of barrier contraception.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In order for emergency contraception to be effective,the first dose must be taken within ____ hours of unprotected intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) 12 
B) 48 
C) 72 
D) 120 
A) 12 
B) 48 
C) 72 
D) 120

Question 14

Vaginal contraceptive film is a type of

Accepted Answer

A) IUD. 
B) cervical cap. 
C) spermicidal suppository. 
D) condom. 
A) IUD. 
B) cervical cap. 
C) spermicidal suppository. 
D) condom.

Question 15

Oral contraceptives decrease the risk of all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) benign breast disease. 
B) painful periods. 
C) ovarian,colon,and rectal cancers. 
D) sexually transmitted infections. 
A) benign breast disease. 
B) painful periods. 
C) ovarian,colon,and rectal cancers. 
D) sexually transmitted infections.

Question 16

The use of withdrawal as a contraceptive method may result in decreased sexual pleasure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Withdrawal has relatively low effectiveness as a contraceptive method because of the presence of

Accepted Answer

A) epididymis. 
B) urine. 
C) cervical mucus. 
D) preejaculatory fluiD. 
A) epididymis. 
B) urine. 
C) cervical mucus. 
D) preejaculatory fluiD.

Question 18

All of the following are considered "natural" forms of contraception EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) fertility awareness. 
B) withdrawal. 
C) abstinence. 
D) tubal sterilization. 
A) fertility awareness. 
B) withdrawal. 
C) abstinence. 
D) tubal sterilization.

Question 19

The vaginal contraceptive ring prevents pregnancy in the same manner as the diaphragm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The benefit of taking oral contraceptives with smaller doses of estrogen is

Accepted Answer

A) higher effectiveness. 
B) higher sperm "kill" rate. 
C) fewer health risks. 
D) lower likelihood of contracting STIs. 
A) higher effectiveness. 
B) higher sperm "kill" rate. 
C) fewer health risks. 
D) lower likelihood of contracting STIs.

Exam 6: Contraception

The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of

The most commonly used oral contraceptive is the combination pill.

A cervical cap may be left in place for up to 48 hours without increased risk for infection.

The disadvantages of the contraceptive sponge include all of the following EXCEPT

Contraceptive foams,creams,and jellies must be inserted

Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by

Tubal sterilization or tubal ligation entails the severing or blocking of the

Describe the best practices for using a male latex condom,from choosing one in a store to disposing of it after use.

Which of the following statements about IUDs is TRUE?

The life span of an unfertilized egg is about _____ hours.

Male condoms are the most popular type of barrier contraception.

In order for emergency contraception to be effective,the first dose must be taken within ____ hours of unprotected intercourse.

Vaginal contraceptive film is a type of

Oral contraceptives decrease the risk of all of the following EXCEPT

The use of withdrawal as a contraceptive method may result in decreased sexual pleasure.

Withdrawal has relatively low effectiveness as a contraceptive method because of the presence of

All of the following are considered "natural" forms of contraception EXCEPT

The vaginal contraceptive ring prevents pregnancy in the same manner as the diaphragm.

The benefit of taking oral contraceptives with smaller doses of estrogen is

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