female reproductive system - sherpath
Which statements describe how the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes function together to assist in conception? Select all that apply. A. Ovaries mature the ovum. B. The uterus stores glycogen. C. Fallopian tubes transport the ovum. D. The uterus supports pelvic structures. E. The ovaries release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
A, B, C
Place the phases of the endometrial cycle in order, starting with day 1 of the female reproductive cycle. A. Menstrual phase B. Proliferative phase C. Secretory phase D. Ischemic phase
A, B, C, D
Place the changes in female sexual maturation in the typical order of occurrence. A. Breast development B. Axillary hair growth C. Menstruation D. Pubic hair development
A, D, B, C
Which description regarding the effects of hormones on the reproductive cycle is accurate? A. A decrease in estrogen assists with fertilization. B. An abrupt increase in luteinizing hormone (LH) causes ovulation. C. Increased progesterone stimulates follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) secretion. D. A sudden increase in human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) causes the corpus luteum to regress.
B
Which description represents the normal anatomic structure of the external os of the cervix in a nulliparous woman? A. Rounded with tags B. Round and smooth C. Large, slit-like opening D. Irregular and softened
B
Which physical change indicates impending ovulation? A. Necrotic endometrium B. Thin, stringy cervical mucus C. Thickened endometrial secretions D. Dilation of endometrial blood vessels
B
Which hormones are responsible for the development of female secondary sex characteristics? Select all that apply. A. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) B. Estrogen C. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) D. Progesterone E. Luteinizing hormone
B, D
Development of female breast tissue is related to which process of sexual maturation? A. Release of luteinizing hormone from the anterior pituitary B. Oxytocin production by the posterior pituitary gland C. Release of estrogen from the ovaries D. Release of prolactin from the breasts
C
Which statement best describes the function of the fallopian tube? A. Receives the male sperm B. Contracts to expel the fetus C. Transports ovum to the uterus D. Secretes colostrum
C
Which statement describes how the endometrium responds to the female reproductive cycle? A. The myometrium causes blood loss during menarche. B. The functional layer of the endometrium releases estrogen and progesterone. C. The functional layer of the endometrium is shed during the menstrual period. D. The basal layer of the endometrium regenerates the myometrium each month.
C
Which statement explains how a 5-year-old girl could present with pubic hair growth? A. Estrogen is released prematurely by the anterior pituitary gland. B. Luteinizing hormone (LH) is released in large quantities from the ovaries. C. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) is released prematurely by the hypothalamus. D. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is released in large quantities from the hypothalamus.
C
Match the phase of the ovarian cycle with the event that occurs. 1. Ovum matures 2. Follicle ruptures 3. Cells from follicle persist A. Ischemic phase B. Secretory phase C. Follicular phase
1. B 2. A 3. C
Match the female reproductive structure with its role during childbirth. 1. Muscle contracts to expel fetus. 2. Fibrous tissue opens to accommodate fetus's passage into the birth canal. 3. Muscle expands as fetus moves through birth canal. 4. Muscle stretches as fetal head emerges. A. Perineum B. Vagina C. Cervix D. Ovaries E. Fallopian tubes F. Uterus
1. F 2. C 3. B 4. A
Which effect does secretion of human chorionic gonadotropin have on the endometrial cycle of the female reproductive cycle? A. Lack of menstruation B. Release of multiple ova C. Necrosis of the endometrium D. Decreased levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
A
Which noticeable, initial change is expected during the process of sexual maturation in females? A. Development of breast buds B. Increasing height and weight C. Endometrial gland secretions D. Growth of axillary and pubic hair
A
In which way is the hypothalamus responsible for sexual maturation? A. It produces estrogen to stimulate growth of breast tissue. B. It releases luteinizing hormone (LH) to stimulate growth of the ovaries. C. It produces follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to stimulate maturation of the follicles. D. It releases gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) to stimulate the anterior pituitary gland.
D
Which female anatomic structure protects the labia minora? A. Clitoris B. Perineum C. Mons pubis D. Labia majora
D
Which phrase describes the purpose of the luteal phase of the female reproductive cycle? A. To release the mature ovum B. To promote the growth of the follicle C. To enable menstrual flow D. To prepare the endometrium for the ovum
D