PATH200 - Theory 6 - 2010/2011

Which one of the following is an unlikely symptom of mestastic prostate cancer? A. Testicular hyperplasia B. Weight-loss and anemia C. Nocturia D. Pathological fractures

A

Which one of the following layers forms the mucosal lining of the uterine cavity? A. Endometrium B. Epimetirum C. Myometrium D. Perimetrium

A

Which one of the following body systems is least likely to be affected in the short-term by an aerobic exercise program? A. Muscular B. Cardiovascular C. Respiratory D. Immune

D

Which one of the following characterizes red-slow twitch muscle fibres? A. Low endurance B. Glycolytic fibre C. Anaerobic respiration D. Reserves of myoglobin

D

Which one of the following conditions describes an inflammation of the prostate gland? A. Orchitis B. Prostatodynia C. Prostatic hyperplasia D. Prostatitis

D

Which one of the following does NOT promote good hygiene in the clinic? A. Use of disinfectant to clean surfaces B. Frequent handwashing C. Launder linens in 10% bleach solution D. Carpeted area

D

Which one of the following hormones stimulates uterine contractions? A. Progesterone B. Estrogen C. FSH D. Oxytocin

D

Which one of the following is NOT considered a sexually transmitted disease? A. Gonorrhea B. Syphilis C. Herpes D. hepatitis

D

Which one of the following phases is NOT part of the uterine cycle? A. Menstruation B. Secretory C. Proliferation D. Follicular

D

The classic triad dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and infertility strongly suggest which one of the following disorders? A. Endometriosis B. Oophoritis C. Uterine cancer D. Endometritis

A

Which of the following terms describes 'excessive menstruation'? A. Menorrhagia B. Oligomenorrhea C. dysmenorrhea D. Amenorrhea

A

Which one of the following characterize red-slow twitch muscle fibres? A. Aerobic respiration B. Glycolytic fibres C. Reserves of glycogen D. Low endurance

A

Which one of the following does NOT promote good hygiene in the clinic? A. Aesthetic curtains and area rugs B. Hardwood or linoleum floors C. Laundering linens in 10% bleach solution D. Use of disinfectant to clean surfaces

A

Which one of the following events is an immediate prelude to pregnancy? A. Ovulation B. Fertilization C. Secretion D. Menstruation

A

Which one of the following hormones stimulates the development of secondary sex characteristics in males? A. Androgen B. Estrogen C. Progesterone D. Aldosterone

A

Which one of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise? A. Increases peripheral resistance B. Improves coronary circulation C. Helps maintain normal blood prssure D. Improves cardiac output

A

Which one of the following is NOT a reportable disease? A. Prostatitis B. Syphilis C. Hepatitis D. Meningitis

A

Which one of the following is NOT considered a benefit of regular exercise? A. Endurance training B. Long-distance running C. Mountain cycling D. Competitive swimming

A

Which one of the following is a likely secondary site of metastatic prostate cancer? A. Bone B. Liver C. Kidneys D. Brain

A

Which one of the following statements about tissues oxygenation is FALSE? A. Increased demand for oxygen stimulates the secretion of leukopoietin B. The number of circulating RBC's depends on tissue demand for oxygen C. Physical activity increase tissue demand for oxygen D. Changes in the configuration of hemoglobin may reduce its affinity for oxygen

A

Which one of the following statements regarding ovarian cancer is FALSE? A. Most common in young female adults ages 20-35 B. Ovarian cancer is a highly lethal form of cancer C. Ovarian cancer often metastasizes before discovery D. The disease is most often discovered in the later stages

A

Which one of the following statements regarding the females reproductive system is FALSE? A. At birth there are approximately 1,000 primary follicles in both ovaries B. The uterine cycle has 3 phases - menstrual, proliferation and secretory C. The maturation of follicles and ova is stimulated by estrogen D. Production of egg cells in females is limited to the fertile period

A

Which one of the following structures is part of the female reproductive system? A. Follicle B. Epididymis C. Prostate gland D. Vas deferens

A

A class I PAP smear is indicative of which one of the following types of cells? A. Atypical B. Normal C. Inflammatory D. Cancerous

B

Which one of the following factors is an unlikely cause of breast cancer? A. Family history B. Obesity C. Child bearing D. Fibrocystic disease

B

Which one of the following hormones is NOT found in both males and females? A. Luteinizing B. Progesterone C. Estrogen D. Androgen

B

Which one of the following hormones is also known as the 'pregnancy' hormone? A. Testosterone B. Progesterone C. Estrogen D. Luteinizing

B

Which one of the following processes is NOT associated with pregnancy? A. Hormone production B. Menstruation C. Implantation of the embryo D. Enlargement of the uterus

B

Which one of the following statements about tissue oxygenation is FALSE? A. Number of circulating RBCs depends on tissue demand for oxygen B. Configuration of hemoglobin is independent of its affinity for oxygen C. Physical activity increases tissue demand for nutrients and oxygen D. Increased demand for oxygen stimulates the secretion of erythropoietin

B

Which one of the following statements regarding cervical cancer is FALSE? A. Incidence increases in middle-aged women B. A form of leiomyoma treated by a myomectomy and hormone therapy C. A readily detectable and curable malignant neoplasm D. Family history of cervical cancer is a risk factor

B

Which one of the following statements regarding mastitis is TRUE? A. Treatment protocol includes cessation of breast-feeding B. The condition is often a result of nursing and skin infections C. The condition is difficult to prevent and treat D. A non-inflammatory condition affecting the mammary glands

B

Which one of the following statements regarding sex cells is TRUE? A. Oogenesis produces four non-identical ova B. Spermatogenesis involves the process of meiosis C. Male somatic cells contain only an X chromosome D. Female sex cells contain two X chromosomes

B

During which one of the following stages of female reproduction does meiosis resume? A. Luteal phase B. Ovulation period C. Proliferate phase D. Follicular phase

D

Days 1-14 of the ovarian cycle mark which one of the following stages? A. Ovulation period B. Luteal phase C. Follicular phase D. Proliferate phase

C

In which one of the following sets is the male reproductive structure-function correctly paired up? A. Duct system - produces 60% of the volume of semen B. Testes - produce protective glandular secretions C. Prostate - produces a milky, slightly acidic secretion D. Cowper's gland - forms a passage way for sperm

C

Which of the following is NOT a reproductive hormone? A. Androgen B. Progesterone C. Aldosterone D. Estrogen

C

Which of the following structures is NOT associated with penile erection? A. Corpus spongiosum B. Parasympathetic nerves C. Corpus luteum D. Corpus cavernosum

C

Which one of the following is NOT a likely cause of secondary dysmenorrhea? A. Intrauterine device B. Endometriosis C. Anorexia nervosa D. Uterine fibroid

C

Which one of the following is NOT a male reproductive system structure? A. Epididymis B. Vas deferens C. Fallopian tubes D. Cowper's gland

C

Which one of the following is a benign, non-inflammatory condition of the prostate gland? A. Prostatitis B. testicular cancer C. Prostatic hyperplasia D. Prostate cancer

C

Which one of the following is an unlikely cause of mastitis? A. Skin infection B. Nursing C. Family history D. Horomonal imbalances

C

Which one of the following phases is part of the uterine cycle? A. Luteal B. Ovulation C. Menstruation D. Follicular

C

Which one of the following statements regarding breast cancer is FALSE? A. Most malignant carcinomas of the breast originate in gland tissue B. A leading cause of cancer deaths in women in North America C. Metastases occur through the blood vessels draining the breast D. Usually manifests as a single palpable and ill-defined mass

C

Which one of the following statements regarding sex cells is FALSE? A. Male sex cells contain a Y chromosome B. Spermatogenesis involves the process of meiosis C. Oogenesis produces 3 polar bodies and one ovum D. Female sex cells contain two X chromosomes

C

Which one of the following statements regarding the female breast is TRUE? A. The central nervous control is responsible for nipple erection B. The areola surrounding the nipple contains the opening of milk ducts C. The female breast consists of adipose tissue and modified sweat glands D. The mammary glands develop and enlarge during adolescence

C

Which one of the following statements regarding weight and disease is TRUE? A. Dietary programs that promote rapid weight loss are most effective B. Research shows a low correlation between obesity and type II diabetes C. Being over weight increases the risk of hypertension and heart disease D. Weight loss programs are highly effective negating a need to exercise

C

A surgical procedure that involves scraping epithelial cells to detect abnormalities is a ____. A. Hysterectomy B. Biopsy C. Myomectomy D. Pap test

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the duct system is FALSE? A. The urethra is narrow passageway carrying semen and urine out of the body B. The epidydymis is a long, narrow, and coiled tube carrying mature sperm C. The ejaculatory duct links the vas deferens and accessory gland to the penis D. The vas deferens loops over the prostate gland carrying sperm to the penis

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the female reproductive system is TRUE? A. The uterine cycle has 3 phases - follicular, menstrual, and secretory B. The maturation of follicles and ova is stimulate by progesterone C. At birth there are approximately 1,000 primary follicles in both ovaries D. Production of egg cells in females occurs prior to birth

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the male reproductive system is TRUE? A. The testes lie in a subcutaneous sac located inside the abdominal cavity B. The anatomy of the system is relatively simple, and the physiology complex C. The anatomical location of the testes has no bearing on the viability of sperm D. The dartos and cremaster help maintain a viable temperature for sperm

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the reproductive system is FALSE? A. The system is composed of primary and accessory sex organs B. The reproductive system enables the propagation of the species C. Gonads, such as testes, produce haploid gametes, or sex cells D. Responsible for the synthesis and secretion of tropic hormones

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the reproductive system is TRUE? A. Responsible for the synthesis and secretion of tropic hormones B. The reproductive system is only composed of primary sex organs C. Gonads, such as the testes, produce diploid gametes, or somatic cells D. The reproductive system enables the propagation of the species

D

Which one of the following statements regarding the seminal vesicles is TRUE? A. Secretions comprise about 60% of semen B. Fairly small glandular structures C. Surrounds the urethra and parts of the ejaculatory duct D. Secretes a clear fluid containing acidic substances

D

Which one of the following terms describes 'infrequent menstruation'? A. Dysmenorrhea B. Amenorrhea C. Menorhagia D. Oligomenorrhea

D

Which one of the following terms describes the 'union of a sperm and ovum'? A. Ovulation B. Implantation C. Menstruation D. Fertilization

D