Hlth 250 Quiz #4

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

dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans.

Which of the following circumstances can cause a miscarriage?

maternal infection or hormone imbalance

The difference between surgical and medical abortions is that

medical abortions are performed without entering the uterus.

According to the film Sex(Ed): How Did You Learn About Sex, when was the first sex education class in the U.S.?

1893

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.

The correct term for the uterus in a pregnant woman is the placenta.

False

What hormone is detected when taking an over-the-counter pregnancy test?

HCG

Which of the following is TRUE about teratogenic effects?

These effects can be caused by environmental chemical exposure.

The abortion method known as "partial birth abortion" is illegal in the United States.

True

According to the EROS team's presentation, what is the largest reason for unintended pregnancy?

non-use of contraception

Fertility is a person's ability to

reproduce

What is the term that refers to a person's sexual and emotional attraction to another person?

sexual orientation

Noor just found out that she is pregnant. Noor will need

to consume about 300 additional calories a day.

Most types of diaphragms can be purchased over the counter wherever condoms are sold.

False

Emergency contraceptive pills have been used by almost 10% of sexually active college students or their partners.

True

Male infertility is as common as women infertility.

True

Medical abortion performed early in the pregnancy is over 99% effective.

True

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

blood clots and hypertension.

A surgical sterilization procedure that involves cutting the vas deferens is a(n)

vasectomy

According to the move, Sex(ed): How did you Learn about Sex?, which of the following factors have influenced sexual behaviors in the U.S.?

The Kinsey Report The approval of birth control The development of penicillin All of these factors have influenced sexual behaviors in the U.S.