Bio 103, Ch. 5,6,7,8 Exam

Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of

serial monogamy.

Sexual orientation is based on which of the following factors?

Biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental

Which of the following is TRUE of drinking and driving?

Over the last 20 years, the percentage of intoxicated drivers involved in fatal crashes has decreased.

Which of the following is TRUE about over-the-counter drugs?

They can be abused.

Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom?

Water-based lubricant

Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?

Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.

In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is

conflict resolution.

A large dose of cocaine can cause

increased heart rate and blood pressure.

Long-term effects of marijuana include all the following EXCEPT

increased production of testosterone in males.

A healthy marriage contributes to reducing stress by

increasing financial stability and expanding support networks.

The main site of alcohol metabolism is the

liver

All of the following are considered variant sexual behaviors EXCEPT

masturbation

The difference between surgical and medication abortions is that

medication abortions are performed without entering the uterus.

An aspirin taken to relieve minor muscle aches is classified as a(n)

over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

Cesarean sections are performed for which of the following reasons? - if labor lasts too long - if the baby is in physiological distress - if the baby is about the exit the uterus any way but headfirst. - if the mother has diabetes -all of the above

-all of the above

The depressant effects of alcohol become apparent at a blood alcohol concentration of

0.10 percent.

Approximately what percentage of Americans consume alcoholic beverages regularly?

50%

What is the percentage of alcohol in 100 proof whiskey?

50%

When drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, what neurotransmitter is involved?

Dopamine

A birth defect that occurs more frequently in babies born to mothers over the age of 35 is

Down syndrome.

When a fertilized egg is implanted outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube, this causes which dangerous condition?

Ectopic pregnancy

Which of the following is TRUE about self-disclosure?

It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person.

Which of the following statements is TRUE of cocaine

It is an anesthetic and a stimulant.

Which menstrual problem involves the common symptoms of breast tenderness, fatigue, food cravings, irritability, and depression?

Premenstrual syndrome

Which one of the following is characteristic of intimate relationships?

They involve need fulfillment.

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding gay and lesbian couples?

They seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do.

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?

Transdermal

A form of alcohol that metabolizes slowly and produces toxic byproducts is a(n)

congener.

Drinking games result in the consumption of large quantities of alcohol in a short period of time and have been associated with

death from alcohol poisoning

A cause of infertility in which uterine tissue is implanted outside the uterus and blocks the fallopian tubes is

endometriosis

The duct system atop the testes where sperm reach maturity is the

epididymis.

An addictive drug produced by fermentation is

ethyl alcohol.

Eating food when drinking alcohol

slows alcohol absorption.

Marijuana use presents clear dangers to those driving motor vehicles (as well as others on the road) because it

slows reaction time and impedes decision-making.

When a person's gender identity does not match one's biological sex, this is known as being

transgendered.

The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is

conception

Binge drinking is defined for the typical adult as

4 or more drinks for females or 5 or more drinks for males in about two hours.

Stimulants such as Ritalin or Adderall are commonly prescribed to treat

ADHD

Which substance in cigarettes decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells?

Carbon monoxide

Which form of birth control is injected every three months to remain effective?

Depo-Provera

Which of the following is TRUE about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy?

Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first.

A birth defect caused by the mother's alcohol intake during pregnancy is

FAS

Which of the following is TRUE about routes of drug administration?

Intravenous injection is the most dangerous method of administration

Which effect does carbon monoxide have on the body?

It diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells.

Which statement BEST summarizes what happens when particulate matter condenses in the lungs?

It forms tar, a thick, brownish sludge

Which of the following is TRUE about your family of origin?

It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life.

Which of the following statements about nicotine is TRUE?

It is a powerful central nervous system stimulan

Which of the following is TRUE about emergency contraceptive pills?

One brand is now available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.

Which of the following BEST describes gender identity?

Our personal sense of awareness of being masculine or feminine

Which U.S. Supreme Court decision in 1973 gave women the legal right to an abortion?

Roe v. Wade

Which of the following is TRUE about being single in the United States?

The number of adults electing to remain single is increasing.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of alcohol poisoning?

Yellowish tint to the skin

Jade is pregnant. During a regular medical check-up, her physician discusses alcohol consumption. The physician will likely advise that she

abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.

The excessive use of a drug is

abuse

When personal and health problems related to alcohol use have become severe and a person suffers withdrawal symptoms if they don't drink, they have reached the point of alcoholism or

alcohol dependence.

Urinating frequently after alcohol consumption occurs because

alcohol is a diuretic.

The interaction of two or more drugs at the same receptor site in which one blocks the action of the other is

antagonism.

Smokeless tobacco users

are 50 times more likely to develop oral cancers than nonusers.

Preconception health involves all of the following EXCEPT

avoiding food containing folic acid.

The ratio of alcohol to total blood volume is the

blood alcohol concentration.

Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of

blood clots and hypertension.

People with a physiological dependence on a substance, such as an addictive drug, will experience

both tolerance and withdrawal.

Amniocentesis

can identify genetic abnormalities present in the fetus.

The last stage of liver disease that can result from years of heavy drinking is

cirrhosis

During pregnancy, a woman could increase her folic acid intake by eating

dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans.

The process by which addicts get an addictive substance out of their system as part of ending their dependence on it is

detoxification

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is known as

detoxification.

Using a drug for a purpose other than that which it is intended is

drug misuse.

A disease associated with smoking in which alveoli are destroyed is known as

emphysema

Lisa is aware that her best friend, Kim, has a drinking problem. Lisa continually makes excuses for her and often completes Kim's homework to protect her from flunking out of school. Lisa's behavior is an example of

enabling

Menstrual flow is actually sloughed off

endometrial lining.

Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the

fear of decreased sexual performance.

When women drink alcohol during pregnancy, they can cause significant brain damage and other impairments in the fetus; this condition is known as

fetal alcohol syndrome.

Breast-fed infants

have a decreased incidence of illness.

All types of addiction

have the potential to produce a positive mood change such as euphoria

Heroin has a

high potential for addiction and no accepted medical use.

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, love involves

intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for

intimacy, social integration, and nurturance.

Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are

intimate relationships.

Mescaline

is derived from a cactus.

A primary advantage of the contraceptive sponge is that

it does not require a fitting from a doctor.

The onset of the first menstrual period is

menarche

The permanent cessation of menstrual periods is

menopause.

Ecstasy is a stimulant and a(n)

mild hallucinogen.

A relationship in which the partners are sexually involved only with each other is

monogamous.

Opioids are also called

narcotics

Morphine, codeine, and heroin are all

opioids.

If you have questions about synergistic drug interactions involving prescription medication, you should talk to a

pharmacist or physician.

The most common cause of female infertility in the United States is

polycystic ovary syndrome.

Fertility is a person's ability to

reproduce

The interaction of two or more drugs in which the effects of the individual drugs are compounded or multiplied is

synergism

Drugs, chemicals, and radiation that can cause birth defects are known as

teratogens

When a pregnant woman's water breaks, what is actually happening is

the amniotic sac breaks.

Sam and Kris have entered a relationship and are very preoccupied with each other. They constantly want to be with or talk to each other. This example demonstrates

they are fascinated by each other.

Risk for developing lung cancer varies among smokers due to all of the following EXCEPT

tolerance to nicotine

James is no longer able to feel the same effect from his drug of choice with his regular dose; he needs to increase the amount of the drug to feel the desired effect. This demonstrates

tolerance.

The external female genitalia are collectively referred to as the

vulva.

The relatively ineffective method of birth control, known as coitus interruptus, is the

withdrawal method

The effects of alcohol are different for women and men because

women have lower levels of alcohol dehydrogenase than men.

You are most likely to listen BEST when

you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to