Review Ch. #6
Amniocentesis
can identify genetic abnormalities present in the fetus.
Diaphragms
create a physical and chemical barrier to sperm.
A cause of infertility in which uterine tissue is implanted outside the uterus and blocks the fallopian tubes is
endometriosis
The difference between surgical and medication abortions is that
medication abortions are performed without entering the uterus.
When a pregnant woman's water breaks, what is actually happening is
the amniotic sac breaks.
Which form of birth control is injected every three months to remain effective?
Depo-Provera
A birth defect caused by the mother's alcohol intake during pregnancy is
FAS
All spermicides are effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections.
False
Which form of birth control involves alteration of sexual behavior during certain times of the month?
Fertility awareness
The typical use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which of the following?
Human error
By federal law, when can women elect to have an abortion without legal restrictions?
In the first trimester
Which of the following circumstances can cause a miscarriage?
Maternal infection or hormone imbalance
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 teratogenic effects?
These effects can be caused by environmental chemical exposure.Gestational surrogacy occurs when
If a woman has a urinary tract infection and takes a pregnancy test, a false positive may result.
True
Outercourse is 100 percent effective against STIs.
False
The various methods used to prevent pregnancy are known as
contraception
During her pregnancy, Emily should avoid all of the following EXCEPT
eggs
Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the
fear of decreased sexual performance.
The surgical procedure that involves removal of the uterus is a
hysterectomy
To ensure its effectiveness, the BEST place to store a condom would be
in a bathroom storage drawer away from sharp objects.
A primary advantage of the contraceptive sponge is that
it does not require a fitting from a doctor.
The network of blood vessels that provides nourishment to the fetus is the
placenta
An infection during pregnancy that can cause blindness or hearing disorders in the infant is
rubella
Substances designed to kill sperm are known as
spermicides
The first widely used birth control method for women was
the diaphragm.
A fetus is the term used to describe an embryo as of
the third month of pregnancy.
Leaving a diaphragm, tampon, or cervical cap in for an extended period of time increases the risk for
toxic shock syndrome.
A three-month segment of a pregnancy during which certain developmental changes occur in the embryo or fetus is a
trimester
Which of the following is NOT true about male condoms?
They can be used with baby oil and body lotions as lubricants.
Which of the following procedures performed during pregnancy can determine the size and position of the fetus and detect birth defects in the central nervous and digestive systems?
Ultrasound
Adoption may be a good alternative in all the following cases EXCEPT
a couple wants to become parents right away.
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
Fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the following EXCEPT
abstinence
Diaphragms can typically be purchased over the counter wherever condoms are sold.
False
Male condoms were invented during the 19th century.
False
Male infertility problems account for around 20 percent of infertility cases.
True
During pregnancy, a woman could increase her folic acid intake by eating
dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, and beans.
Breast-fed infants
have a decreased incidence of illness.
Postpartum depression
is characterized by fatigue, depression, and mood swings
The transition stage of birth is characterized by
the baby's head moving into the birth canal.
Overseas adoptions cost less than domestic adoptions.
False
Sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women of all ages.
False
The abortion method known as "partial birth abortion" is illegal in the United States.
True
A false negative pregnancy test may result from
taking the pregnancy test too early in the pregnancy.
A rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals
that ovulation has occurred.
Which of the following is TRUE about preeclampsia?
Family history of preeclampsia on the man's or woman's side is a risk factor.
Preconception health involves all of the following EXCEPT
avoiding food containing folic acid.
Cesarean sections are performed for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
if the mother has diabetes.
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 nutrition and exercise during pregnancy?
Exercise can be beneficial, but the woman should consult with her physician first
Gestational surrogacy occurs when
a woman carries another person's pregnancy to term.
Fertility is a person's ability to
reproduce
Surgical abortions in the first trimester are typically done by
suction curettage.
A surgical sterilization procedure that involves cutting the vas deferens is a(n)
vasectomy
Which of the following is a female sterilization procedure that involves tying off or cauterizing certain structures of the reproductive system?
Tubal ligation
Which of the following lubricants is safe to use with a condom?
Water-based lubricant
Choosing if and when to have children is a great responsibility.
True
Fertility drugs
increase the chances of multiple births.
Which form of contraception involves implanting a small object in a woman's uterus?
Intrauterine device
Which of the following statements is TRUE about NuvaRing?
It exposes the user to a lower dose of estrogen than the combination pill.
The fluid-filled, protective pouch surrounding the fetus is the
amniotic sac.
Drugs, chemicals, and radiation that can cause birth defects are known as
teratogens
In a confidential adoption
the birth parents and adoptive parents do not know each other.
A birth defect that occurs more frequently in babies born to mothers over the age of 35 is
Down syndrome.
One advantage of the female condom is that it can be used multiple times.
False
One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression.
False
The sponge is inconvenient because it requires a trip to the doctor for fitting.
False
The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is
conception
Oral contraceptive pills are
more than 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy if used correctly.
The relatively ineffective method of birth control, known as coitus interruptus, is the
withdrawal method.
Which of the following is NOT true about male infertility?
Male infertility problems account for only 10 percent of infertility cases.
Which form of hormonal birth control works transdermally?
Ortho Evra
Which of the following is TRUE about sterilization?
Sterilization is a permanent form of birth control achieved through surgical means.
Which of the following is TRUE about the third trimester of pregnancy?
The fetus must get large amounts of calcium, iron, and nitrogen from the food the mother consumes.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control?
Oral contraceptives
Medication abortion using "the abortion pill" has fewer steps than the simplest surgical method.
False
To reduce the risk of her child having spina bifida, a pregnant woman should consume an adequate amount of which nutrient?
Folic acid
Which assisted reproductive technology process involves the fertilization of a woman's egg outside of her body and the transfer of the fertilized egg to her uterus?
In vitro fertilization
Which of the following is NOT true about the FemCap cervical cap?
It must be kept in place at least 10 hours after intercourse.
Which diagnostic procedure is a maternal blood test that can detect the potential for a birth defect or genetic abnormality?
Triple marker screen
Alcohol is considered a teratogenic substance.
True
Overseas adoptions can make it easier for Americans to adopt an infant rather than an older child.
True
Women who use oral contraceptives and also smoke are at a higher risk of
blood clots and hypertension.
The most common cause of female infertility in the United States is
polycystic ovary syndrome.
Which of the following is TRUE about emergency contraceptive pills?
One brand is now available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.
Which type of female birth control involves the use of synthetic estrogen and/or progestin?
Hormonal
An IUD
offers long-term protection from pregnancy.
