Question 1

The most common type of oral contraceptive is the

Accepted Answer

A) minipill. 
B) combination pill. 
C) morning-after pill. 
D) emergency contraceptive pill. 
A) minipill. 
B) combination pill. 
C) morning-after pill. 
D) emergency contraceptive pill.

Question 2

At what time during a woman's cycle should she insert a vaginal contraceptive ring?

Accepted Answer

A) any time after her menses is finished 
B) after she has ovulated 
C) right before she enters menses 
D) any time during the first 5 days of her menstrual cycle 
A) any time after her menses is finished 
B) after she has ovulated 
C) right before she enters menses 
D) any time during the first 5 days of her menstrual cycle

Question 3

A woman is usually advised to start the first cycle of oral contraceptive pills with a menstrual period.Full effectiveness of oral contraceptives is then established

Accepted Answer

A) after the first pill is taken. 
B) after one week of use. 
C) after one month of use. 
D) after three months of use. 
A) after the first pill is taken. 
B) after one week of use. 
C) after one month of use. 
D) after three months of use.

Question 4

The Ortho Evra contraceptive skin patch can be worn on any of the following places EXCEPT the

Accepted Answer

A) upper outer arm. 
B) abdomen. 
C) breasts. 
D) buttocks. 
A) upper outer arm. 
B) abdomen. 
C) breasts. 
D) buttocks.

Question 5

Regarding the availability of emergency contraception,which of the following statements is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A) Emergency contraceptives are available over-the-counter for everyone,but not all pharmacies carry them. 
B) All physicians will prescribe emergency contraceptives for their patients if asked. 
C) Emergency contraceptives are available only by prescription and only for people over the age of 17. 
D) Emergency contraceptives are available at most convenience stores. 
A) Emergency contraceptives are available over-the-counter for everyone,but not all pharmacies carry them. 
B) All physicians will prescribe emergency contraceptives for their patients if asked. 
C) Emergency contraceptives are available only by prescription and only for people over the age of 17. 
D) Emergency contraceptives are available at most convenience stores.

Question 6

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is a

Accepted Answer

A) barrier method. 
B) hormonal method. 
C) natural method. 
D) surgical methoD. 
A) barrier method. 
B) hormonal method. 
C) natural method. 
D) surgical methoD.

Question 7

A contraceptive that permanently prevents the union of the sperm and egg is a

Accepted Answer

A) barrier method. 
B) hormonal method. 
C) natural method. 
D) surgical methoD. 
A) barrier method. 
B) hormonal method. 
C) natural method. 
D) surgical methoD.

Question 8

Which of the following actions will reduce the health risks associated with the use of oral contraceptives?

Accepted Answer

A) using a high-dosage pill 
B) having annual mammograms 
C) eating a high-protein diet 
D) stopping smoking 
A) using a high-dosage pill 
B) having annual mammograms 
C) eating a high-protein diet 
D) stopping smoking

Question 9

Hysterectomy is the preferred method of female sterilization for most women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The Implanon implant is a _______________ contraceptive.

Accepted Answer

A) barrier 
B) natural 
C) surgical 
D) hormonal 
A) barrier 
B) natural 
C) surgical 
D) hormonal

Question 11

In addition to hormone pills,most oral contraceptive packets also include

Accepted Answer

A) one week of inactive pills. 
B) postcoital pills. 
C) alternative contraceptive methods. 
D) instructions for the Billings methoD. 
A) one week of inactive pills. 
B) postcoital pills. 
C) alternative contraceptive methods. 
D) instructions for the Billings methoD.

Question 12

Surgical removal of the uterus is called

Accepted Answer

A) vasectomy. 
B) hysterectomy. 
C) laparoscopy. 
D) abortion. 
A) vasectomy. 
B) hysterectomy. 
C) laparoscopy. 
D) abortion.

Question 13

The Implanon implant is effective for how long?

Accepted Answer

A) 1 year 
B) 3 years 
C) 5 years 
D) 8 years 
A) 1 year 
B) 3 years 
C) 5 years 
D) 8 years

Question 14

Which of the following statements about polyurethane condoms is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) Males with latex allergy will also be allergic to polyurethane condoms. 
B) They are made of the same material as lambskin condoms. 
C) They are less likely to slip off during sexual activity than are latex condoms. 
D) They are more likely to break than are latex condoms. 
A) Males with latex allergy will also be allergic to polyurethane condoms. 
B) They are made of the same material as lambskin condoms. 
C) They are less likely to slip off during sexual activity than are latex condoms. 
D) They are more likely to break than are latex condoms.

Question 15

The nylon threads that are attached to the IUD and protrude through the cervix serve to

Accepted Answer

A) allow the woman to remove the IUD. 
B) allow the woman to check that the IUD is in place. 
C) act as a barrier to sperm. 
D) provide penile stimulation during intercourse. 
A) allow the woman to remove the IUD. 
B) allow the woman to check that the IUD is in place. 
C) act as a barrier to sperm. 
D) provide penile stimulation during intercourse.

Question 16

A woman needs to have the fit of her diaphragm checked ONLY if she gains more than 20 pounds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Surgical birth control methods are considered permanent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A problem associated with reversing male sterilization is the possible development of antisperm antibodies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The most widely used barrier method of contraception is the

Accepted Answer

A) female condom. 
B) male condom. 
C) diaphragm. 
D) cervical cap. 
A) female condom. 
B) male condom. 
C) diaphragm. 
D) cervical cap.

Question 20

A diaphragm can be inserted up to how long before intercourse?

Accepted Answer

A) a few minutes 
B) 1 hour 
C) 2 hours 
D) 6 hours 
A) a few minutes 
B) 1 hour 
C) 2 hours 
D) 6 hours

Exam 6: Contraception

The most common type of oral contraceptive is the

At what time during a woman's cycle should she insert a vaginal contraceptive ring?

A woman is usually advised to start the first cycle of oral contraceptive pills with a menstrual period.Full effectiveness of oral contraceptives is then established

The Ortho Evra contraceptive skin patch can be worn on any of the following places EXCEPT the

Regarding the availability of emergency contraception,which of the following statements is accurate?

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is a

A contraceptive that permanently prevents the union of the sperm and egg is a

Which of the following actions will reduce the health risks associated with the use of oral contraceptives?

Hysterectomy is the preferred method of female sterilization for most women.

The Implanon implant is a _______________ contraceptive.

In addition to hormone pills,most oral contraceptive packets also include

Surgical removal of the uterus is called

The Implanon implant is effective for how long?

Which of the following statements about polyurethane condoms is TRUE?

The nylon threads that are attached to the IUD and protrude through the cervix serve to

A woman needs to have the fit of her diaphragm checked ONLY if she gains more than 20 pounds.

Surgical birth control methods are considered permanent.

A problem associated with reversing male sterilization is the possible development of antisperm antibodies.

The most widely used barrier method of contraception is the

A diaphragm can be inserted up to how long before intercourse?

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