Ch 26 Post-HW #2

Place these stages of the ovarian cycle in the correct order. 1. Corpus albicans 2. Vesicular (tertiary) follicle 3. Primary follicle 4. Ruptured follicle 5. Primordial follicle 6. Secondary follicle 7. Corpus luteum

5, 3, 6, 2, 4, 7, 1

Which of the following is a barrier method of birth control?

Diaphragm

During the luteal phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone and some estrogen.

False

The common viral sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis.

False

The high levels of estrogens during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle trigger release of more FSH and LH, and their levels peak around day 14, which causes ovulation.

False

The most common cause of cervical cancer is __________.

HPV infection

A couple want to have sexual intercourse, and they do not wish to use a behavior method as a form of birth control since they know it comes with high risk. What could be an alternative method?

condoms

Assuming a 28-day ovarian cycle, on what day should ovulation occur?

day 14

When menstruation has ceased for at least one year, what has occurred?

female climacteric, or menopause

Which of the following is the phase of the ovarian cycle during which several primary follicles mature into secondary follicles?

follicular phase

Which of the following is NOT a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria?

genital herpes

What type of birth control may prevent pregnancy by manipulating the hormones and interfering with ovulation?

hormonal method

Which of the following is linked with many cases of cervical cancer?

human papillomavirus (HPV)

Which of the following may be prevented with a vaccine?

human papillomavirus (HPV)

In a female, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) target the:

ovaries.

Which of the following is regulated by a positive feedback mechanism in females?

ovulation

What is the cause of trichomoniasis?

parasite

During which phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle will stratum functionalis develop with endometrial glands and spiral arteries and veins?

proliferative (preovulatory) phase

Which of the following can be fertilized?

secondary oocyte

Which portion of the uterus is shed during menstruation?

stratum functionalis of the endometrium

A male visiting a health clinic presents with a pink rash all over the body, a fever, joint pain, and complains of some hair loss. Determine the sexually transmitted infection (STI) this patient has contracted.

syphilis

From which follicle will a secondary oocyte be released through ovulation?

vesicular (tertiary) follicle

Barrier methods of birth control prevent sperm from moving beyond the vagina and include condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and the sponge.

True

If pregnancy occurs, the secretory phase of the uterine (menstrual) cycle continues and the uterus will continue to develop.

True

Estrogens are responsible for:

adipose tissue deposits in the breasts, hips, and thighs.

By what time of life are all oogonia formed in females?

before birth

A female wants to take a hormonal contraceptive that contains progesterone only. What could be an option?

intramuscular injections of the Depo-Provera shot

Ovulation is triggered by a positive feedback loop resulting in a surge of:

luteinizing hormone (LH).

Women who wish to become pregnant should have sexual intercourse after a surge in:

luteinizing hormone (LH).

Which of the following accompanies puberty?

menarche

A female patient complains of a greenish-white discharge from her vagina that has a strong odor. She also experiences itching and burning of her genitals. Determine the sexually transmitted infection (STI) she has.

trichomoniasis