Question 1

Sperm deposited in the vagina are capable of fertilization for no more than 72 hours after ejaculation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Male condoms are the most popular type of barrier contraception.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

When a women is using an oral contraceptive,she needs to be aware of potential danger signals.Define what the mnemonic ACHES stands for.

Accepted Answer

The mnemonic ACHES is used to help women

Question 4

An advantage of the FemCap over the diaphragm is that it

Accepted Answer

A) does not require being fitted by a health care provider. 
B) it may be left in place for up to 48 hours. 
C) may be left in place for up to 1 week. 
D) provides more protection against HIV infection. 
A) does not require being fitted by a health care provider. 
B) it may be left in place for up to 48 hours. 
C) may be left in place for up to 1 week. 
D) provides more protection against HIV infection.

Question 5

The function of the diaphragm is to

Accepted Answer

A) cover the cervix. 
B) cover the entrance to the fallopian tubes. 
C) impair the swimming action of the sperm. 
D) provide a sheath-like lining for the vagina. 
A) cover the cervix. 
B) cover the entrance to the fallopian tubes. 
C) impair the swimming action of the sperm. 
D) provide a sheath-like lining for the vagina.

Question 6

Men who undergo vasectomies are at risk for feminization of secondary sex characteristics due to altered hormone production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Condoms are packaged with an expiration date.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A) any time after her menstrual cycle 
B) after she has ovulated 
C) right prior to her entering menses 
D) anytime during the first 5 days of her menstrual cycle 
A) any time after her menstrual cycle 
B) after she has ovulated 
C) right prior to her entering menses 
D) anytime during the first 5 days of her menstrual cycle

Question 9

Using the calendar method of birth control requires knowledge about when ovulation occurs.If a woman has a 30-day cycle,what are her "unsafe" days?

Accepted Answer

A) days 8-12 
B) days 10-15 
C) days 12-19 
D) days 14-28 
A) days 8-12 
B) days 10-15 
C) days 12-19 
D) days 14-28

Question 10

When a women is using an OC,she can use the mnemonic ACHES to be alert for preliminary danger signals.What does the "A" stand for?

Accepted Answer

A) alert 
B) abscess 
C) abdominal pain 
D) allergic reaction 
A) alert 
B) abscess 
C) abdominal pain 
D) allergic reaction

Question 11

IUDs are contraindicated for all of the following,EXCEPT women with

Accepted Answer

A) a history of pelvic infection. 
B) past pregnancies. 
C) irregular or unexplained bleeding. 
D) rheumatic heart disease. 
A) a history of pelvic infection. 
B) past pregnancies. 
C) irregular or unexplained bleeding. 
D) rheumatic heart disease.

Question 12

The breakage rate for latex male condoms is about ____ time(s)for every 100 instances of use.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 to 2 
B) 10 
C) 25 
D) 50 
A) 1 to 2 
B) 10 
C) 25 
D) 50

Question 13

The 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

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A) using a high-dosage pill 
B) having annual mammograms 
C) checking weight daily 
D) stopping smoking 
A) using a high-dosage pill 
B) having annual mammograms 
C) checking weight daily 
D) stopping smoking

Question 15

The typical-use failure rate for the NuvaRing is about ______ percent.

Accepted Answer

A) 6.0 
B) 7.5 
C) 8.7 
D) 9.5 
A) 6.0 
B) 7.5 
C) 8.7 
D) 9.5

Question 16

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 when contraception is no longer desired. 
B) allow for placement check. 
C) act as a barrier to sperm. 
D) provide penile stimulation during intercourse. 
A) allow the woman to remove the IUD when contraception is no longer desired. 
B) allow for placement check. 
C) act as a barrier to sperm. 
D) provide penile stimulation during intercourse.

Question 17

Situation
Kate and Michael are 19-year-old college students who are beginning a sexual relationship.Both have had previous partners and have not been tested for STDs.
-Based on the factors that are important to Abbey and Joe,the best choice for them is

Accepted Answer

A) the male condom. 
B) the ParaGard IUD. 
C) the diaphragm. 
D) reversible sterilization. 
A) the male condom. 
B) the ParaGard IUD. 
C) the diaphragm. 
D) reversible sterilization.

Question 18

The most commonly used oral contraceptive is the combination pill.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A women that is taking Lybrel will take the active pills for how long?

Accepted Answer

A) indefinitely 
B) 4 weeks,then take the inactive pills 
C) 6 weeks,then take the inactive pills 
D) 12 weeks,then take the inactive pills 
A) indefinitely 
B) 4 weeks,then take the inactive pills 
C) 6 weeks,then take the inactive pills 
D) 12 weeks,then take the inactive pills

Question 20

Which of the following is a reason that diaphragms have a relatively high failure rate?

Accepted Answer

A) age of user 
B) incorrect insertion and positioning 
C) sexual activity of user 
D) discomfort prohibits use 
A) age of user 
B) incorrect insertion and positioning 
C) sexual activity of user 
D) discomfort prohibits use

Exam 6: Contraception

Sperm deposited in the vagina are capable of fertilization for no more than 72 hours after ejaculation.

Male condoms are the most popular type of barrier contraception.

When a women is using an oral contraceptive,she needs to be aware of potential danger signals.Define what the mnemonic ACHES stands for.

An advantage of the FemCap over the diaphragm is that it

The function of the diaphragm is to

Men who undergo vasectomies are at risk for feminization of secondary sex characteristics due to altered hormone production.

Condoms are packaged with an expiration date.

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

Using the calendar method of birth control requires knowledge about when ovulation occurs.If a woman has a 30-day cycle,what are her "unsafe" days?

When a women is using an OC,she can use the mnemonic ACHES to be alert for preliminary danger signals.What does the "A" stand for?

IUDs are contraindicated for all of the following,EXCEPT women with

The breakage rate for latex male condoms is about ____ time(s)for every 100 instances of use.

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

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

The typical-use failure rate for the NuvaRing is about ______ percent.

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

Situation Kate and Michael are 19-year-old college students who are beginning a sexual relationship.Both have had previous partners and have not been tested for STDs. -Based on the factors that are important to Abbey and Joe,the best choice for them is

The most commonly used oral contraceptive is the combination pill.

A women that is taking Lybrel will take the active pills for how long?

Which of the following is a reason that diaphragms have a relatively high failure rate?

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