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Female sexual arousal disorder may be the result of

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Feelings of Anger and Apathy

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Which of the following is not an underlying structure of the female genitalia?

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Vaginal opening

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Seth smokes marijuana daily with his girlfriend Meredith. Which of the following is true?

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Both Seth and Meredith may experience reduced sexual desire

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A ______ is the instrument that is used to hold the walls of the vagina open during vaginal exams.

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Speculum

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Vaginal lubrication serves two purposes: to help make the vagina more alkaline and to increase sexual pleasure.

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TRUE

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Which of the follosing statements regarding vaginal lubrication is FALSE

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There is no effective treatment for insufficient vaginal lubrication

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A carcinogenic drug produced from the fat tissues that produces cancer in both men and women is

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Estrone

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Which of the following statements regarding the effects of a hysterectomy on female sexuality is true?

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The effects can vary depending upon the woman

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All of the following appear to be effective in reducing PMS symptoms except

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moderate increase in caffeine intake

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Avoiding salt, regular aerobic exercise and some food supplements

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Are all effective in reducing PMS symptoms

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The most common sites for female genital piercings are the

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Clitoral hood and the labia minora or majora

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Treatments for vaginismus include all of the following except

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opioid pain medications

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Vaginismus may be related to

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all of the above

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The persistent recurrence of difficulties in becoming sexually aroused or reaching orgasm is a

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sexual dysfunction

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Which two structures are found on both sides of the vagina?

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Bartholins glands and vestibular bulbs

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Estrogen used in HT is derived from plants.

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FALSE

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The hormone that stimulates the production of milk in the breasts is

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prolactin

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___________ causes milk to flow from the glandular tissue of the breast to the nipple in response to a suckling baby

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oxytocin

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The tissue referred to as the cherry or maidenhead is

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The hymen

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Euphemisms such as cherry or maidenhead have been used to describe the

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hymen

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A Pap smear is the only accepted method of detecting breast abnormalities.

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FALSE

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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) may be treated with

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SSRIs

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Smegma poses a serious medical risk and requires the immediate attention of a physician.

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FALSE

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The cavernous bodies, or spongy structures, are located in the

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shaft of the clitoris

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All of the following are hormonally influenced pubertal changes EXCEPT

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shifting of the vaginal pH from the acidic to alkaline

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hypothalamus

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The brain coordinates the physical changes that occur during puberty and the ______ plays an especially important role in this process.

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Menstrual synchrony may be related to

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close physical contact with women and the sense of smell

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female subjective sexual arousal disorder

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Shonda is bothered by a lack of sexual excitement and pleasure when she tries to be intimate with her husband, although she does experience vaginal lubrication and swelling. Shonda appears to be suffering from

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Female ejaculation or "spraying" may be caused by massaging the

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Grafenberg Spot

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______ percent of breast lumps are found by women themselves.

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Ninety

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Which of the following statements regarding urinary tract infections is false?

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Holding urine as long as possible as opposed to urinating minimizes infection

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Therapy programs for female orgasmic disorder begin with

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progressive self-awareness exercises

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Which of the following BEST represents a secondary sex characteristic?

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underarm hair

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A high fat diet and obesity are two factors that increase a woman's risk for breast cancer.

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TRUE

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Which of the following girls is most likely to begin menstruating first?

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Kendra, an African-American girl

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Which of the following statements regarding a woman with a retroflexed uterus is false?

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She will not be able to become pregnant or carry a child to term

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Vaginismus

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______ is characterized by strong involuntary contractions of the muscles in the outer third of the vagina.

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All of the above (alcohol, tobacco and marijuana)

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Generally speaking avoiding the use of ______ will contribute to healthy sexual functioning.

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Which of the following statements regarding the Pap smear is false?

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It is used to detect ovarian cancer in women

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The characteristics of vaginal secretions are normally all of the following except

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constant throughout the menstrual cycle

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Masturbating with a partner present

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may be a good way to inform your partner what kind of touch you find arousing

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Hormones influence all of the following except

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shifting of the vaginal pH from acidic to alkaline

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Which of the following is true regarding toxic shock syndrome?

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Its incidence has decreased since the removal of highly absorbent tampons from the market

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use sanitary napkins instead of tampons.

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To minimize the possibility of toxic shock syndrome a woman should

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Genital self-exam for women has no known benefits.

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FALSE

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Ovarian cancer

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is difficult to detect because symptoms tend to be vague

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The egg remains viable in the fallopian tubes for approximately

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48 hours

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The reason some breasts are larger than others is primarily a result of

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larger amounts of fatty tissue

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Which of the following is not true regarding faking orgasms?

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men nearly always can tell when women fake orgasms

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The hymen

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may serve to protect vaginal tissues early in life

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The hymen

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cannot be used as proof of virginity as not all women experiencing tearing @ first intercourse

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When considering whether or not to begin HT, which of the following should a woman consider?

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Discussing the pro's and con's of HT with her health care provider

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All of the following are used in the treatment of sexual dysfunctions except

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pornography

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TRUE

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The G-spot has generated considerable interest because of reports that some women experience sexual arousal, orgasm, and an ejaculation of fluid when stimulated there, although many women do not have such an area of increased sensation

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Urinary tract infections are typically caused by bacteria from the rectum or vagina.

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TRUE

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an imperforate hymen

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Which of the following would be LEAST likely to cause a urinary tract infection?

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An imperforate hymen

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causes the menstrual flow to collect in the vagina

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All of the following are symptoms of urinary tract infections EXCEPT

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losing urine shile coughing or sneezing

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Symptoms of urinary tract infections are

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a fequent need to urinate a severe burning sensaiton when urinating blood or pus in the urine

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The function of the hymen is

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to help protect vaginal tissues early in life

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The vestibule

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is where the urinary and vaginal openings are located

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Symptoms of vaginitis include

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all of the above

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The medical term for painful intercourse is

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Dyspareunia

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Hormones that cause increased activity in the ovaries and testes are known as

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gonadotropins

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______ is a normal condition during pregnancy, breast feeding, and women approaching menopause.

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secondary amenorrhea

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Which of the following is a low risk factor for breast cancer?

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more than 2 hours of exercise per week

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24-48 hours

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Once the egg is released from the ovary into the fallopian tube, it remains viable for fertilization for approximately

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Which of the following is not true about stimulation of the clitoris?

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One goal of therapy is to eliminate the need to do this

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Which of the following statements regarding the mons veneris is false?

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Due to the absence of nerve endings, it is relatively insensitive to touch.

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Micala

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Micala, who is African American, Katie, who is of German and English heritage, Sun-Hi, who is of Korean ancestry, and Paloma, who is Mexican American, are all in fifth grade. Statistically speaking, which girl is most likely to get her period first?

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Fetal death sometimes occurs as a result of

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infibulation

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Menstruation is a time of empowerment for women.

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FALSE

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Mittelschmerz occurs during

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ovulation

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Which of the following is not a possible cause of dyspareunia?

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oral contraceptive use

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______ refers to the blood engorgement that occurs during sexual arousal.

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Vasocongestion

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Mammography

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according to the American Cancer Society, should be performed yearly on women age 40 and older

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Which statement regarding mammography is FALSE

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It can often detect a breast lump before it can be felt manually

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A woman with an anteflexed uterus

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none of the above

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using SS-cream

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Which of the following would NOT be included in a treatment program for vaginismus?

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TRUE

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Women over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of breast cancer than younger women.

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Dilators of graduated sizes are used to treat

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vaginismus

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Which of the following is not part of the clitoris?

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inner lips

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Which of the following procedures is associated with the perineum?

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Episiotomy

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Which of the following would have the fewest number of nerve endings?

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inner two-thirds of the vagina

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The term "vulva" refers to all external female genital structures.

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TRUE

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The vulva includes all of the following EXCEPT

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vagina

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The vulva includes

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the clitoris, urethral opening and mons veneris

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African American girls start to menstruate later than either White Americans or Hispanic Americans

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FALSE

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The cervix

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is located @ the back of the vagina and is the lower part of the uterus

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At the onset of puberty the ______ secretes hormones which trigger the pituitary to release ______.

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hypothalamus; gonadotropins

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According to the DSM 5, in order to be considered a sexual disorder, a sexual difficulty must

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all of the above (occur in 75% of sex encounters)

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healthy functioning and femininity

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Despite any negative myths and societal attitudes toward menstruation, most women associate regular mentrual cycles with

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The vestibular bulbs are active during

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sexual arousal

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The vestibular bulbs

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engorge with blood during sexual arousal causing the vagina to increase in length

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FALSE

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Secondary sex characteristics are those present at birth and primary sex characteristics develop at puberty.

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The mons veneris refers to

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the area covering the pubic bone

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Sexual satisfaction in a relationship is best defined in terms of

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the mutual experience of pleasure

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Cilia in the fallopian tubes move the dispensed egg

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1 inch/day

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The Skene's gland is the female counterpart to the

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prostate gland

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Each of the following is a suggestion related to doing a female genital self-exam EXCEPT

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After the visual exam, masturbate to orgasm.

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Suggestions related to doing a female genital self-exam

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Knowledge is important, use mirror to look at genitals, be aware of your feelings

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Ectopic pregnancy

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refers to a fertilized ovum that implants outside of the uterus

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______ is usually caused by the overproduction of prostaglandins

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Primary dysmenorrhea

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The vagina includes all of the following EXCEPT the

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clitoris

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The vagina includes

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mucosa, rugae and g-spot

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Many of the menopause symptoms that women may experience are caused by

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a decrease in progesterone

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freezing and removing abnormal cells from the cervix

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Referring to cancer of the female reproductive system cryosurgery involves

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TRUE

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Some adolescent girls experience irregular menstrual cycles for several years before their periods become regular and predictable

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Readiness is a vaginal sensation of wanting

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intercourse

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It is located within the introitus.

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Which of the following statements regarding the clitoris is false?

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The Grafenberg spot

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may trigger ejaculation in some women when stimulated.

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They are normally rather alkaline in nature.

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Which of the following statements regarding normal vaginal secretions is FALSE?

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menarche; 11; 15

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The first menstrual bleeding is called ____ and typically begins between the ages of ____ and ____.

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Menstrual synchrony is

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when a group of women who live together develop similar menstrual cycles.

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There is considerable variation from woman to woman.

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Which of the following MOST accurately describes sexual feelings and behavior throughout the menstrual cycle?

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Dysmenorrhea refers to

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painful menstruation.

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Amenorrhea

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____ is more common among athletes than among the general population.

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endometriosis

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A condition in which endometrial cells from the uterine lining implant in the abdominal cavity is referred to as

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____ refers to the cessation of menstruation.

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Menopause

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a decrease in estrogen.

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Many of the menopause symptoms that women may experience are caused by

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HT involves

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taking estrogen/progesterone and possibly testosterone to compensate for the decrease in hormone production that occurs during the climacteric.

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the use of vaginal lubricants during intercourse

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Which of the following does NOT increase a woman's chance of getting a vaginal infection?

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smokes cigarettes./ smokes tobacco.

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The risk of developing cervical cancer increases when a woman

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Increased risk of cervical cancer has been associated with all of the following EXCEPT

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having frequent urinary tract infections

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Cervical Cancer

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has a higher cure rate if caught early

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Which of the following procedures would least likely be used in treating cervical abnormalities

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Oophorectomy

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hysterectomy; oophorectomy

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Surgical removal of the uterus is called a(n) ____; surgical removal of the ovaries is called a(n) ____.

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Which statement about breasts is TRUE?

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The glandular tissue in the breasts responds to sex hormones.

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The only purpose of the clitoris is sexual arousal.

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TRUE

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The clitoris and the vaginal opening are located within the vestibule.

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FALSE

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The area inside the labia minora is called the vulva

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FALSE

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The most extreme form of female genital cutting is infibulation.

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TRUE

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The main objective of genital cutting is to

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ensure virginity before marriage

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TRUE

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The "trigger" for uniform menstrual cycles among women appears to be related to the sense of smell.

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TRUE

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Women who have had genital warts are considered to be at increased risk for cervical cancer.

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FALSE

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It is widely accepted that PMS is a myth.

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TRUE

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Uterine contractions associated with dysmenorrhea are caused by an overproduction of prostaglandins.

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Homosocial play is common in children. What does this mean?

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That children tend to socialize and engage in sex play with same-sex peers.

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physical

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Puberty is a term used to describe the period of rapid ____ changes in early adolescence.

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The earliest signs of puberty for a girl are

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breast budding and growth of pubic hair.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Adolescent women may experience delayed menarche if they are overweight.

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Menarche may be delayed by

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a low percentage of body fat

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The age at which menarche occurs has fallen steadily since the beginning of the 20th century

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TRUE

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TRUE

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Historically it was common to view the period between birth and puberty as a time when sexuality didn't exist.

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FALSE

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Self-discovery and homosocial peer interactions should be limited during childhood.

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endometriosis

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Which of the following would be a likely cause of deep pelvic pain as opposed to pain at the vaginal opening?

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Which of the following statements regarding vaginismus is FALSE?

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A woman with vaginismus consciously contracts her vaginal muscles to protect herself against potential pain.

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Which of the following is TRUE concerning the origins of sexual difficulty?

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Experiences that help bring about sexual difficulty in one person may not affect another.

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The authors of your text believe that coitus

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has been overemphasized, and this may contribute to inadequate stimulation for women.

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All of the following are relationship factors that might contribute to sexual difficulties EXCEPT

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self-concept.

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All of the following are relationship factors that might contribute to sexual difficulties

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1. ineffective communication. 2. sexual orientation. 3. fears about getting pregnant.

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ineffective communication

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Gina won't tell her boyfriend that she needs clitoral stimulation to reach orgasm because she believes that if her boyfriend really loved her, he would know what to do. Gina is show

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masturbation

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For a woman who has never experienced orgasm what would be MOST helpful?

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the man-above intercourse position

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All of the following are suggested as ways to increase the possibility of orgasm during intercourse for a woman EXCEPT

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suggested as ways to increase the possibility of orgasm during intercourse for a woma

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1. direct manual stimulation of the clitoris during intercourse. 2. use of a vibrator 3. female-initiated movements.

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estrogenand testosterone

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Which of the following hormone supplements would likely be used to treat sexual dysfunction?

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TRUE

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Hypoactive sexual disorder can be a result of both physical and psychological problems

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TRUE

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Using a vibrator is recommended as an option for self-stimulation for women who are becoming orgasmic.

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FALSE

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HSDD (hypoactive sexual desire disorder) is usually successfully treated with a behavioral approach

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masturbation training is used to treat

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orgasmic disorders

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Tony and Tina are 13-year-old twins. They are both starting to grow hair under their arms, Tina is developing breast busts, and Tony's voice cracks on occasion. These are all examples of

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secondary sex characteristics

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The three layers of tissue found in the vagina are

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Mucous, Muscle, fibrous

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Over the past year, Maggie has increased the intensity of her running and weight training program and has befun having her menstrual periods infrequently, if at all. This may put her at risk for

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secondary amenorrhea

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Which of the following BEST describes possible symptoms of menopause

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Sleep disturbances, hot flashes, severe headaches, short term memory loss.

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Performance anxiety refers to the fear of having sex in public places

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FALSE

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Performance anxiety

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can produce enough anxiety for the problem to occur in the next sexual encounter as well

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A___________ can help anorgasmic women experience sexual climax for the first time

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vibrator

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A woman with situational anorgasmia

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experiences orgasm in some situations but not with intercourse

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The labia majora

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surround the labia minora

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Removing pubic hair on the mons veneers and associated areas

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can cause skin abrasions and ingrown hairs

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A woman experiences chronic vaginitis. Which of the followeing would be LEAST likely to contribute to this problem?

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Antibiotic medication

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A woman who is taking an antiprostaglandin medication is MOST likely being treated for

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primary dysmenorrhea

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The first physiological sign of sexual arousal in a women is typically

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vaginal lubrication

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The hormone that inhibits the release of follicle stimulation hormone in women is

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inhibin

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Diabetes is a disease of the __________ system

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endocrine

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Disorientation, low blood pressure, fever and headache are some signs and symptoms of

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toxic shock syndrome

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Exercises designed to help women (and men) gain increased control over the muscles of their pelvic loors are known as ___________ exercises

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Kegel

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The conscious decision to pretend to experience an orgasm during intercourse is referred to as

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faking it

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Ovulation commonly takes place

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about 14 days before the start of a woman's next period

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____________ is the most common way women achieve arousal and orgasm when masturbating

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clitoral stimulation

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using exclusively the man-above osition for intercourse

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For the last several years, Carrie, who is 54, has experienced reduced interest in sex. Carrie may benefit from all of the following EXCEPT

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A sexual problem which occurs throughout a person's life, and all situations, is referred to as _________. A problem which only occurs intermittently is _____________.

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generalized; situational

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SSRIs and/or hormonal birth control

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Imani's family can always tell when she is about to start menstruating because she becomes very irritable, tearful, and distracted. Imandreads getting her period because, in addition to the behavioral symptoms, she often has hot flashes that interfere greatly with sleep. Imani may benefit from treatment involving

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which of the following would be MOST beneficial in facilitating genital hygiene

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washing the vulva regularly with a mild soap

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__________ is the medical specialty for female sexual and reproductive anatomy

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Gynecology

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for women who would like to experience orgasm with a partner, vibrators are

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sometimes useful so a woman knows she can have this response, but then manual stimulation is recommended because this can be replicated by a partner

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which of the following BEST describes how boy-girl friendships are likely to change in adolescence?

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They are likely to bocome more homosocial for a brief period and then more heterosocial.

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One study found that with a shorter duration of stimulation prior to orgasm, women's orgasms tended to be more intense than after longer lengths of time of stimulation

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FALSE

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