Human Sexuality Midterm 1 – Flashcards
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Gynecology
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the medical specialty for female sexual and reproductive anatomy
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"Vulva" refers to
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the female external genital structures
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The vulva includes all of the following except the... clitoris, urethral opening, mons veneris, vagina
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vagina
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The labia majora
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surround the labia minora
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is composed of the external shaft and glans and the internal crura
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clitoris
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Which of the following statements regarding the clitoris is false? A) It has approximately the same number of nerve endings as the head of the penis. B) the only purpose of the clitoris is sexual arousal C) clitoral stimulation is the most common way women experience arousal and reach orgasm during self stimulation D) it is located within the introitus
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D) it is located within the introitus
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Which of the following would have the fewest number of nerve endings? A) the vaginal opening B) the inner 2/3 of the vagina C) the clitoris D) the labia minora
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B) the inner two-thirds of the vagina
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Which of the following statements regarding female genital mutilation is false? A) it can cause death B) It is practiced in parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. C) Genital infibulation is the most extreme form. D) In countries where genital mutilation is practiced, young girls are considered unmarriageable if they have not undergone the prescribed "surgery."
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It is practiced in parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe
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The function of the hymen is
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largely unknown
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Which of the following procedures is associated with the perineum?
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episiotomy
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The vestibular bulbs are active during
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sexual arousal
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Each of the following is a function of vaginal lubrication except it... A) helps to make the vaginal environment more acidic B) enhances the possibility of conception due to its chemical composition C) increases sexual enjoyment D) prepare the vagina for entry of the penis.
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A) helps to make the vaginal environment more acidic
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Which of the following would not be recommended to enhance vaginal lubrication? A)Vaseline B)saliva C) a water-based lubricant D) lubricated condoms
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A)Vaseline
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All of the following are benefits of doing Kegel exercises except A) regaining urinary control after childbirth B) increasing overall genital sensitivity C) increasing the ability to have multiple orgasms D) increasing sensation during intercourse
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C) increasing the ability to have multiple orgasms
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The Grafenberg spot
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may trigger ejaculation in some women when stimulated
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Douching
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can increase susceptibility to infections if done too frequently
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Once the egg is released from the ovary into a fallopian tube, it remains viable for fertilization for approximately
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twenty-four to forty-eight hours
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Which of the following statements regarding the ovaries is false? A) The ovaries contain thousands of immature ova that are present at birth. B) The ovaries are endocrine glands. C) The ovaries produce sex hormones. D) During each average menstrual cycle, each ovary releases an egg.
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D) During each average menstrual cycle, each ovary releases an egg.
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The first time a girl menstruates is called
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menarche
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Despite differences in overall cycle length in women, which period of time is consistently the same?
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the interval between ovulation and the onset of menstruation
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The corpus luteum
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secretes progesterone
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Premenstrual syndrome refers to ________ symptoms that women experience before menstruation.
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physical and psychological
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Dysmenorrhea refers to
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painful menstruation
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Primary amenorrhea may be caused by all of the following except ________. A) poor health B) an imperforate hymen C) not enough exercise D) problems with the reproductive organs
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not enough exercise
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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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endometriosis
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Despite any negative myths and societal attitudes toward menstruation, most women associate regular menstrual cycles with
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healthy functioning and femininity
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The term ________ refers to the physiological changes that occur during the transition period from fertility to infertility.
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climacteric
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Many of the menopause symptoms that women may experience are caused by
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a decrease in estrogen
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Which of the following statements regarding urinary tract infections is false? A) They are usually treated with antibiotics. B) Diabetes and pregnancy often predispose women to urinary tract infections. C) Holding urine as long as possible, as opposed to urinating frequently, will strengthen the bladder muscles and minimize infection. D) Urinating after intercourse can wash out potentially harmful bacteria.
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C) Holding urine as long as possible, as opposed to urinating frequently, will strengthen the bladder muscles and minimize infection.
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Which of the following statements regarding the Pap smear is false? A)It is not 100 percent accurate. B) It is a relatively painless procedure. C) It is used to detect ovarian cancer in women. D) It examines cells taken from part of the cervix.
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C) It is used to detect ovarian cancer in women.
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Increased risk of cervical cancer has been associated with all of the following except A) having had genital warts B) prolonged use of birth control pills C) having had several male sexual partners D) smoking or exposure to cigarette smoke
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B) prolonged use of birth control pills
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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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Which statement regarding mammography is false? A) It is an X-ray screening test for cancerous breast lumps. B) It can often detect a breast lump before it can be felt manually. C) It is more effective for women under age 50 than for those over 50. D) While mammography is highly effective, most breast cancer is detected by self-exam.
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C) It is more effective for women under age 50 than for those over 50.
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Which of the following is a low risk factor for breast cancer? A) no pregnancies B) never breast-fed a child C) onset of menstruation before age 12 D)more than two hours of exercise per week
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D) more than two hours of exercise per week
