Test Bank for Revel for Human Sexuality in a Changing World, 10th Edition
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Chapter 2: Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology
2.1 Multiple Choice
1) Another term for the vulva is__________.
A) veneris.
B) pudendum.
C) vagina.
D) labia.
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
2) Which of the following is the technically correct way to refer to a womanโs frontal genitalia?
A) Vagina
B) Vulva
C) Perineum
D) Enchanted castle
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
3) Which of the following correctly lists the order of a womanโs external genital structures from
uppermost to lowermost (if the woman is seated)?
A) Perineum, clitoris, vaginal opening, urethral opening, prepuce
B) Prepuce, clitoris, vaginal opening, urethral opening, perineum
C) Mons veneris, clitoris, urethral opening, vaginal opening, prepuce
D) Mons veneris, clitoris, urethral opening, vaginal opening, perineum
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
4) The female structure that consists of fatty tissues that covers the pubic bones in front of the
body is(are) __________.
A) mons veneris.
B) labia majora.
C) vulva.
D) labia minora.
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
5) The outermost folds of skin that protect the inner female genitalia are known as__________.
A) the prepuce.
B) labia minora.
C) labia majora.
D) mons veneris.
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Easy
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6) Which of the following is the normal appearance of the labia majora?
A) They may be thick or thin, pronounced or flat, noticeable or less noticeable; all are normal
variations.
B) They are usually thick, pronounced, and noticeable as folds of skin.
C) They are usually thin, flat, and not very noticeable as folds unless pulled apart.
D) They are usually hairless, light-colored membranes of tissue around the vaginal opening.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
7) The labia majora__________.
A) are large fleshy folds of skin that run downward from the mons along the sides of the vulva.
B) come together to form the prepuce.
C) are thinner, inner folds of flesh just outside the vaginal opening.
D) have many nerve endings and are primary sources of sexual stimulations.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
8) The sexually sensitive smooth, hairless, inner lips of the vulva are called __________.
A) clitoris.
B) crura.
C) labia majora.
D) labia minora.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
9) Which of the following join at the hood of the clitoris?
A) Introitus
B) Mons veneris
C) The prepuce
D) Labia minora
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
10) During sexual stimulation, the labia minora may__________.
A) become firm and longer.
B) become white and rubbery.
C) darken and swell.
D) secrete sex hormones.
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
11) The sex organ whose only known function is to provide pleasure is__________.
A) the vagina.
B) the clitoris.
C) the prepuce.
D) mons veneris.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
12) The sheath of skin, or hood, that covers the clitoral shaft is known as the __________.
A) prepuce.
B) pudendum.
C) labia majora.
D) swathe.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
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13 The clitoral shaft consists of erectile tissue that contains two spongy masses called __________.
A) clitoral glans.
B) corpora cavernosa.
C) sphincters.
D) vestibular bulbs.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
14) The tissue that partially or fully covers the glans of the clitoris is the __________.
A) mons veneris.
B) labia minora.
C) urethral hood.
D) clitoral hood or prepuce.
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
15) The clitoris responds to sexual stimulation by__________.
A) releasing sexually stimulating hormones.
B) widening and turning red.
C) engorging with blood.
D) withdrawing inside the womanโs abdomen.
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
16) Proponents of the practice claim that removal of the clitoris is an attempt to __________.
A) create sexual desires.
B) announce the femaleโs womanhood.
C) remove evil spirits.
D) ensure chastity.
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
17) A clear difference between the clitoris and the penis is that the clitoris has __________.
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A) no known function other than sexual pleasure.
B) no cover that is equivalent to the penisโ foreskin.
C) no erectile properties.
D) the ability to ejaculate.
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
18) Which of the following correctly describes the relation between the clitoris and the male
penis?
A) They are analogous.
B) They are unrelated.
C) They are homologous.
D) The clitoris is a small penis.
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
19) All of the following statements regarding the clitoridectomies are true, except __________.
A) the typical woman assumes it is a part of being female.
B) it is usually done by women.
C) the Islamic bible does not authorize it.
D) the labia minora and majora are also removed.
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
20) A rite of initiation into womanhood in many Islamic cultures consists of __________.
A) a large family celebration.
B) removal of the clitoris.
C) the meeting of her chosen husband.
D) receiving a symbolic tattoo in the genital area.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
21) The area between a womanโs labia minora is referred to as the __________.
A) vestibule.
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B) vagina.
C) urethra.
D) prepuce.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
22) The area on a womanโs body that contains the openings to the vagina and urethra is the
A) vaginal opening.
B) vulva.
C) vestibule.
D) introitus.
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
23) Which of the following is not a medical complication due to the clitoridectomy?
A) Infections
B) Painful menstruation
C) Headaches
D) Obstructed labor
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
24) The female circumcision that involves complete removal of the clitoris along with the labia
minora and inner layers of the labia majora is called __________.
A) excision.
B) Farsic circumcision.
C) Sudan circumcision.
D) radical clitoridectomy.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
25) Which of the following statements is true regarding genital mutilation?
A) It is only legal in the United States if the female signs an informed consent form.
B) The United States bans the practice and advocates bringing an end to the practice.
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C) Clitoridectomies are not common in African countries.
D) Genital mutilations have been outlawed in the United States for over 15 years.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
26) Women pass urine from __________.
A) the urethra, which empties into the vagina.
B) the urethral opening below the vaginal opening.
C) the urethral opening, which is the vagina.
D) the urethral opening above the vaginal opening.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
27) Urine passes from the femaleโs body through the __________.
A) fallopian tubes.
B) urethral opening.
C) vaginal opening.
D) ureter.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
28) Cystitis is a __________.
A) bladder inflammation.
B) calcium build up in the vulva.
C) vaginal infection.
D) painful period.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
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29) A good friend of yours tells you she is experiencing painful and frequent urination and
bloody discharge. She is likely to have __________.
A) menarche.
B) cervical cancer.
C) cystitis
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D) premenstrual syndrome.
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
30) In order to help prevent cystitis, it is recommended that women __________.
A) drink plenty of caffeine.
B) avoid acidic beverages like orange juice.
C) avoid the use of vaginal lubricants.
D) urinate after intercourse.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
31) The vaginal opening is called the __________.
A) introitus.
B) prepuce.
C) pudendum.
D) labia interna.
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
32) The fold of tissue that partially or fully covers the vaginal opening is the __________.
A) clitoris.
B) cervix.
C) perineum.
D) hymen.
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
33) The hymen or maidenhead is __________.
A) proof of virginity.
B) a fold of tissue across the vaginal opening.
C) evidence of sexual intercourse.
D) present until a woman gives birth.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
34) A common myth about the female hymen is that __________.
A) sperm cells can pass around the hymen.
B) the hymen will always break and bleed during first intercourse.
C) some females are born without a hymen.
D) tampon insertion may perforate a hymen.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
35) All of the following are reasons that the hymen is a poor indicator of virginity, except
__________.
A) the hymen may be torn by non-sexual activities.
B) a flexible hymen may not rupture during intercourse.
C) small penises may not rupture a typical hymen.
D) women can stretch their hymen so it does not rupture painfully.
Answer: C
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Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
36) Under what condition might it be necessary for a woman to have her hymen surgically
incised (cut)?
A) An imperforate hymen
B) A porous hymen
C) A septate hymen
D) A cribriform hymen
Answer: A
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
37) When the hymen is almost completely, or completely, closed, it is called __________.
A) a blocked hymen.
B) a fractious hymen.
C) an imperforate hymen.
D) a stringent hymen.
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
38) Which of the following statements is true based on cross-species comparisons of female
sexual structures?
A) The hymen is usually found in females in most species of mammal and in many birds.
B) The hymen is found only in the great apes and in humans.
C) The hymen is found in most mammals, but has no known function.
D) The hymen is not present in other primates and has no known function.
Answer: D
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
39) The skin and tissue between the vaginal opening and the anus is called the __________.
A) perineum.
B) prepuce.
C) imperforate.
D) episiotomy.
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
40) The wing-shaped, leg-like structures that attach the clitoris to the pubic bone are called
A) corpora cavernosa.
B) clitoral crura.
C) pubic-clitoral attachments.
D) clitoral bulbs.
Answer: B
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
41) The vestibular bulbs and Bartholinโs glands are __________.
A) muscular rings.
B) corpora cavernosa.
C) active during sexual arousal.
D) essential for vaginal lubrication.
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
42) Cavernous structures that extend downward along the sides of the introitus that swell during
sexual arousal.
A) corpora cavernosa
B) Bartholinโs bulbs
C) vestibular bulbs
D) pubic-clitoral attachments
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
43) Glands that lie just inside the minor lip and secrete fluid just before orgasm.
A) corpora cavernosa
B) Bartholinโs bulbs
C) vestibular bulbs
D) pubic-clitoral attachments
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
44) The tubular female sex organ that contains the penis during sexual intercourse and through
which a baby is born.
A) vagina
B) vulva
C) vestibule
D) introitus
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
45) The fluid of the Bartholinโs glands __________.
A) provides vaginal lubrication.
B) causes engorgement of vaginal tissues.
C) causes a form of sweating in the vagina.
D) has no known purpose.
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Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
46) All of the following are functions of the vagina, except __________.
A) menstrual flow.
B) passing babies.
C) accepting the penis during coitus.
D) urine flow.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
47) The Grafenberg spot is said to be located __________.
A) in the left wall of the vaginal canal (from a womanโs perspective).
B) in the anterior (front) wall of the vagina.
C) in the posterior (back) wall of the vagina.
D) in the back of the vagina just below the cervix.
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
48) The vagina is __________.
A) like a rigid muscular tube at rest.
B) usually only two inches long at rest.
C) only able to expand in width during sexual arousal or childbirth.
D) able to expand in length and width during sexual arousal.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
49) All of the following are true of the vaginal walls, except __________.
A) they have three layers.
B) the moisture level may vary for individuals.
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C) they are rich with blood vessels.
D) they are richly supplied with nerve endings.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
50) Douching and vaginal sprays __________.
A) are recommended for proper hygiene.
B) are generally ineffective.
C) can restore the natural chemical balance in the vagina.
D) can irritate the vagina.
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
51) All of the following are true of vaginitis, except __________.
A) vaginitis can only be prevented with antibiotics.
B) vaginitis means vaginal inflammation.
C) vaginitis may be caused by birth control pills.
D) vaginitis may be involve abnormal discharge from the vagina.
Answer: A
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
52) The lower end of the uterus that connects it to the vagina is the __________.
A) cervix.
B) perineum.
C) endometrium.
D) fallopian tube.
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
53) All of the following are true of the cervix, except
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A) its secretions contribute to the chemical balance of the vagina.
B) it expands in length during sexual arousal.
C) it expands to permit passage of a baby.
D) sperm pass through the cervical canal.
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
54) The primary cause of cervical cancer is __________.
A) infection with syphilis.
B) infection with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS).
C) infection with gonorrhea.
D) infection with the human papilloma virus (HPV).
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
55) The Pap test is recommended for all women __________.
A) between the ages of 13 and 75 years old.
B) between the ages of 21 and 65 years old.
C) under the age of 21.
D) over the age of 65.
Answer: B
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
56) Which type of cancer does the Pap test screen for?
A) vaginal
B) uterine
C) cervical
D) vulvar
Answer: C
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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57) The hollow, muscular, pear-shaped organ in which a fertilized ovum implants and develops
until birth.
A) vulva
B) vagina
C) fallopian tubes
D) uterus
Answer: D
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
58) __________ is the uppermost part of the uterus.
A) fundus
B) endometrium
C) myometrium
D) perimetrium
Answer: A
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
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59) __________ is the innermost layer of the uterus.
A) fundus
B) endometrium
C) myometrium
D) perimetrium
Answer: B
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
60) The middle, well-muscled layer of the uterus is called the __________.
A) fundus.
B) endometrium.
C) myometrium.
D) perimetrium.
Answer: C
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61) The outer layer of the uterus is called the ___________.
A) fundus.
B) endometrium.
C) myometrium.
D) perimetrium.
Answer: D
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
62) Which is a risk factor in developing endometrial cancer?
A) use of birth control pills
B) pregnancy
C) exercise
D) increased number of menstrual cycle during oneโs lifetime
Answer: D
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
63) Which factor may help protect against endometrial cancer?
A) hormone replacement therapy
B) tamoxifen
C) use of birth control pills
D) diabetes
Answer: C
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
64) Approximately, how long are the fallopian tubes?
A) 2 inches in length
B) 4 inches in length
C) 6 inches in length
D) longer than 6 inches in length
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Answer: B
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
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65) A generic term for the female sex hormone or synthetic compounds that promote the
development of female sex characteristics and regulate the menstrual cycle.
A) estrogen
B) progesterone
C) testosterone
D) cortisol
Answer: A
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problems that may affect them.
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66) A steroid hormone secreted by the corpus luteum or prepared synthetically that stimulates
proliferation of the endometrium and is involved in regulation of the menstrual cycle.
A) estrogen
B) testosterone
C) progesterone
D) cortisol
Answer: C
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
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67) Which is a risk factor for ovarian cancer?
A) having had children
B) obesity
C) breast feeding
D) use of aspirin or acetaminophen
Answer: A
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
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68) Which factor appears to lower oneโs risk of ovarian cancer?
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A) use of androgens
B) use of talcum powder in the genital region
C) obesity
D) use of aspirin or acetaminophen
Answer: D
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
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69) A hysterectomy is the __________ most commonly performed operation on women in the
United States.
A) fourth
B) third
C) second
D) first
Answer: C
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problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
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70) A partial hysterectomy is __________.
A) surgical removal of the uterus.
B) surgical removal of the uterus and the ovaries.
C) surgical removal of the uterus and fallopian tubes.
D) surgical removal of the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes.
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
71) Each breast contact __________ clusters of milk-producing mammary glands.
A) 5 to 10
B) 15 to 20
C) 25 to 35
D) 40 to 60
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
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72) The dark ring on the breast that encircles the nipple is called __________.
A) mammary glands
B) fatty tissue
C) areola
D) glandular tissue
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
73) What is a special type of X-ray test that detects cancerous lumps in the breast?
A) mastectomy
B) mammography
C) lumpectomy
D) pap-test
Answer: A
Page Ref: 58
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
74) After a breast cancer diagnosis, Mary had her entire breast surgically removed. This
procedure is called a __________.
A) pap-smear test
B) lumpectomy
C) mammography
D) mastectomy
Answer: D
Page Ref: 58
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
75) Breast cancer is the __________ leading cancer killer of women.
A) second
B) third
C) fourth
D) fifth
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
76) Which factor may increase a womanโs risk of breast cancer?
A) alcohol consumption
B) physical activity
C) being underweight
D) low breast density
Answer: A
Page Ref: 59
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
77) Christina is a 30 year old woman. How often does the American Cancer Society recommend
that she have a Clinical breast exam (CBE) performed?
A) preferably every three years
B) preferably every year
C) it is optional
D) every two years
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
78) Ann is 65 years old woman. How often does the American Cancer Society recommend that
she have a Mammogram done?
A) every three years
B) every two years
C) a woman should decide for herself how often she should have a mammogram
D) every five years
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
79) How long is the average menstrual cycle?
A) 14 days
B) 21 days
C) 28 days
D) 35 days
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Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
80) During this stage in the menstrual cycle, estrogen levels increase, causing the ripening of
perhaps 10 to 20 ova within their follicles and the proliferation of endometrial tissue in the uterus.
A) first stage of the menstrual cycle
B) second stage of the menstrual cycle
C) third stage of the menstrual cycle
D) fourth state of the menstrual cycle
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
81) Erin is in a stage of her menstrual cycle when estrogen reaches peak blood levels, and
ovulation occurs. Which stage is she in?
A) The first stage of the menstrual cycle
B) The second stage of the menstrual cycle
C) The third stage of the menstrual cycle
D) The fourth state of the menstrual cycle
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
82) What causes the endometrium to thicken so it will be able to support an embryo if
fertilization occurs?
A) estrogen
B) testosterone
C) cortisol
D) progesterone
Answer: D
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
83) What is the structure near the center of the brain that is involved in regulating body
temperature, motivation, and emotion?
A) testes
B) pituitary gland
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C) hypothalamus
D) endocrine glands
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
84) It secretes growth hormone, prolactin, oxytocin, and others.
A) testes
B) pituitary gland
C) hypothalamus
D) endocrine glands
Answer: B
Page Ref: 64
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
85) The male sex hormone that fosters the development of male sex characteristics and is
connected with sex drive.
A) estrogen
B) progesterone
C) testosterone
D) oxytocin
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
86) A pituitary hormone that stimulates production of milk.
A) prolactin
B) oxytocin
C) gonadotropins
D) luteinizing hormone (LH)
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
87) A pituitary hormone that stimulates uterine contractions in labor and the ejection of milk
during nursing.
A) prolactin
B) oxytocin
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C) gonadotropins
D) luteinizing hormone (LH)
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
88) A gonadotropin that helps regulate the menstrual cycle by triggering ovulation.
A) prolactin
B) oxytocin
C) follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
D) luteinizing hormone (LH)
Answer: D
Page Ref: 65
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
89) What is the first stage of the menstrual cycle, which begins with the end of menstruation and
last about nine or ten days?
A) proliferative phase
B) ovulatory phase
C) secretary phase
D) menstrual phase
Answer: A
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
90) What is the second stage of the menstrual cycle, during which a follicle ruptures and releases
a mature ovum?
A) proliferative phase
B) ovulatory phase
C) secretary phase
D) menstrual phase
Answer: B
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
91) The third phase of the menstrual cycle, which follows ovulation. It is also known as the
luteal phase.
A) proliferative phase
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B) ovulatory phase
C) secretary phase
D) menstrual phase
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
92) What is the fourth phase of the menstrual cycle, during which the endometrium is sloughed
off in the menstrual flow?
A) proliferative phase
B) ovulatory phase
C) secretary phase
D) menstrual phase
Answer: D
Page Ref: 68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
93) Menopause commonly last for __________.
A) one year
B) two years
C) three years
D) five years or longer
Answer: A
Page Ref: 69
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
94) A condition caused by long-term estrogen deficiency that is characterized by a decline in
bone density, such that bones become porous and brittle.
A) bone cancer
B) climacteric
C) osteoporosis
D) Parkinsonโs
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
95) Which of the following is correct about levels of LDL and HDL during menopause?
A) Levels of LDL and HDL both rise during menopause.
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B) Levels of LDL and HDL both decrease during menopause.
C) Levels of LDL rise and levels of HDL decrease during menopause.
D) Levels of LDL decrease and levels of HDL rise during menopause.
Answer: C
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Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
96) What is the most common manifestation of dysmenorrheal?
A) headache
B) backache
C) nausea
D) pelvic cramps
Answer: D
Page Ref: 73
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
97) The absence of menstruation in a woman who has not menstruated by the age of 16 or 17.
A) primary amenorrhea
B) secondary amenorrhea
C) premenstrual syndrome
D) primary dysmenorrhea
Answer: A
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
98) What is the lack of menstruation in a woman who has previously menstruated called?
A) primary amenorrhea
B) secondary amenorrhea
C) premenstrual syndrome
D) primary dysmenorrhea
Answer: B
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
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99) __________ is a combination of physical and psychological symptoms that regularly afflicts
many women during the four-to-six day interval that precedes their menses each month.
A) primary amenorrhea
B) secondary amenorrhea
C) premenstrual syndrome
D) primary dysmenorrhea
Answer: C
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
2.2 True/False
1) The term pudendum refers to female external genitals.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
2) The tissue that partially covers the clitoral glans is the mons veneris.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
3) The skin of the labia majora is typically darker than the surrounding skin of the thighs.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
4) The labia minora merge at the hood of the clitoris.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 43
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
5) The clitoris is the only sex organ whose only known function is providing pleasure.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 44
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
6) The clitoris and penis are analogous but not homologous.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
7) In women, the urethra is the outside end of the tube leading from the bladder and located
between the clitoris and vaginal opening.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 45
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
8) The location of the urethral opening poses hygienic problems for sexually active women.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
9) Drinking too much water can cause urinary tract infections.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
10) Drinking cranberry or orange juice can help reduce bladder inflammation.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
11) The hymen is only found in female horses and humans.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
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12) Lubrication from Bartholinโs glands is essential for coitus.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
13) The vagina is usually 3โ5 inches long at rest.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 48
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
14) The vaginal walls are poorly supplied with blood vessels, but rich with nerve endings.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 49
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
15) Douche and feminine deodorant sprays may help to decrease a womanโs chances of infection.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 50
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
16) Vaginitis refers to any vaginal inflammation, whether it is caused by infection, birth control
pills, etc.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 50
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
17) Women with vaginitis are encouraged to wear nylon underwear.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 50
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
18) The cervix is the upper end of the uterus.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 51
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
19) Cervical cancer is relatively common in the United States.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 51
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
20) The primary cause of cervical cancer is infection with the human papilloma virus (HPV).
Answer: True
Page Ref: 51
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
21) The fundus uppermost part of the uterus.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
22) The endometrium is the innermost layer of the uterus.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 52
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
23) The myometrium provides an external cover of the uterus.
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Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
24) Hormone replacement therapy increases a womanโs chances of endometrial cancer.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 52
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
25) A low-fat diet increases a womanโs chances of endometrial cancer.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
26) Use of an intrauterine device (IUD) may be a factor in protecting against endometrial cancer.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
27) About 25% of pregnancies are ectopic pregnancies.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
28) The female organ that produce sex hormones and where follicle cells are stored and released
is referred to as the uterus.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Skill Level: Remember
29) The typical age ovarian cancer is most likely to happen is between 40 and 70.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
30) Ovarian cancer is often โsilentโ in the early stages, showing no obvious signs or symptoms.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
31) The Pap test is useful in detecting cervical and ovarian cancer.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 55
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
32) In the United States, one in three women has a hysterectomy by the age of 60.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 55
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
33) During a partial hysterectomy, the uterus and fallopian tubes are surgically removed.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 55
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
34) Mara is experiencing severe pain during a pelvic examination. This is considered to be
normal.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 56
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
35) The amount of mammary glandular tissue largely determines breast size.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
36) Women who have a generally larger breast size do not produce more milk than women with
a generally smaller breast size.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 57
Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
37) The darker disk of skin encircling each nipple is called the victrola.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 57
Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
38) Breast cancer involves lumps in the breast that are benign.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 58
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
39) Men can also develop breast cancer.
Answer: True
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
40) It is normal for a woman to have one breast be slightly larger than the other.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 58
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
41) Most lumps found in the breast are cancerous.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 59
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
42) Higher breast density is a factor that increases the risk of breast cancer.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 59
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
43) Being overweight or obese is a factor that increases the risk of breast cancer.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 59
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
44) It was once recommended that women conduct breast self-examinations (BSEs) at least once
a month, but now the American Cancer Society considers BSEs to be optional.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 60
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
45) The risk of breast cancer greatly increases with age.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 61
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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46) The American Cancer Society recommends that women over the age of 20 should perform
monthly breast self-examinations.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
47) Anti-breast cancer medicines, like tamoxifen, are able to lock into the estrogen receptor of
breast cancer cells and block the effects of estrogen.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 61
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
48) European Americans are more likely to develop breast cancer than African American women.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 62
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
49) The menstrual cycle averages 21 days.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 62
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
50) The corpus luteum is the follicle that releases an ovum and then produces copious amounts
of progesterone and estrogen during the luteal phase of a womanโs cycle.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 63
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
51) A womanโs last menstrual period is known as menarche.
Answer: False
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Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Skill Level: Remember
52) The menstrual cycle involves a relationship between the brain, ovaries, and uterus.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 64
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
53) The pituitary gland secretes growth hormone, prolactin, oxytocin, and others.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 64
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
54) Progesterone is the male sex hormone that fosters the development of the male sex
characteristics and is connected with sex drive.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 64
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
55) The endometrium is the lining to the uterus that thickens in anticipation of a possible
fertilized ovum arriving.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 65
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
56) In the proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle, a follicle ruptures and releases a mature
ovum.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 67
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
57) A womanโs basal body temperatures, taken by oral or rectal thermometer, increase slightly at
ovulation.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 67
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
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Skill Level: Understand
58) The menstrual phase occurs when decreasing estrogen and progesterone levels can no longer
sustain the uterine lining.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
59) Warning signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) include fever, headache, sore throat,
vomiting, diarrhea, muscle aches, rash, and dizziness.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
60) The term climacteric refers to the gradual decline in the reproductive capacity of the ovaries.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 69
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
61) Estrogen deficiency has not been proven to have psychological effects on women.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 70
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
62) During Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), hormones such as estrogen and progestin are
administered to alleviate health problems associated with the loss of natural hormones.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 71
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
63) The connection between estrogen and colon cancer is unclear.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 71
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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64) Vaginal dryness can be treated with estrogens that are used locally.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 72
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
65) Drinking milk decreases bone density among girls.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 72
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
66) Primary dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain or discomfort that is caused by identified organic
problems.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 73
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
67) Secondary dysmenorrheal is menstrual pain or discomfort that occurs in the absence of
known organic problems.
Answer: False
Page Ref: 73
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
68) Primary amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation in a woman who has not menstruated by
about the age of 16 or 17.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
69) Secondary amenorrhea is the lack of menstruation in a woman who has previously
menstruated.
Answer: True
Page Ref: 74
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Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
70) Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is more severe than Premenstrual Syndrome
(PMS).
Answer: True
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
71) Severe menstrual symptoms can be secondary to medical disorder such as endometriosis and
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
Answer: True
Page Ref: 75
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
2.3 Short Answer
1) List the external female sex organs.
Page Ref: 42-48
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
2) What is the difference between the labia majora and labia minora?
Page Ref: 42โ43
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
3) List the four major types of female genital mutilation.
Page Ref: 45
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
4) List the parts of the female reproductive system.
Page Ref: 45
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
5) List three precautions that may help women prevent inflammation of the bladder.
Page Ref: 46
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
6) List three different ways that the hymen and the Introitus might appear following the delivery
of a baby.
Page Ref: 47
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
7) List the female internal reproductive organs.
Page Ref: 49-56
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
8) List 3 potential negative aspects of use douche or feminine deodorant spray.
Page Ref: 50
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
9) List three suggestions that may help to prevent vaginitis.
Page Ref: 51
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
10) List two factors that may increase a womanโs chances of having cervical cancer.
Page Ref: 51
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
11) List the various parts of the uterus.
Page Ref: 52
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Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
12) List five risk factors for endometrial cancer.
Page Ref: 52-53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
13) List two factors that help to protect against endometrial cancer.
Page Ref: 53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
14) List three risk factors for ectopic pregnancy.
Page Ref: 53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
15) List four risk factors for ovarian cancer.
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
16) List three factors that appear to lower the risk of ovarian cancer.
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
17) Explain the difference between a complete hysterectomy and a partial hysterectomy.
Page Ref: 55
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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18) List the parts of an adult womanโs breast as described in this chapter.
Page Ref: 57
Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
19) Explain the difference between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy.
Page Ref: 58
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
20) List five factors that may increase the risk of breast cancer.
Page Ref: 59
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
21) List the three ways one may perform a breast self-examination (BSE).
Page Ref: 60
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
22) List two drugs that are used to treat breast cancer.
Page Ref: 61
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
23) Describe what occurs during the ovulation phase of menstruation.
Page Ref: 62-63
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
24) List the major glands of the endocrine system.
Page Ref: 64
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
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25) List the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Page Ref: 65-68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
26) Describe what occurs during the secretory phase of menstruation.
Page Ref: 67
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
27) Describe what occurs during the menstrual phase of the menstrual cycle.
Page Ref: 68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
28) List the signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).
Page Ref: 68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
29) List three of the unpleasant periomenopausal sensations a woman may experience.
Page Ref: 70
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
30) List two of the potential positive aspects of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Page Ref: 71
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
31) List some of the potential risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Page Ref: 71
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
32) List two of the myths about menopause.
Page Ref: 72
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
33) List the ways dysmenorrheal may manifest itself.
Page Ref: 73
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
34) List the organic disorders that may give rise to secondary dysmenorrheal.
Page Ref: 73
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
35) Explain the difference between primary amenorrhea and secondary amenorrhea.
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
36) List the symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS).
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
37) List three of the symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).
Page Ref: 74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
38) List some suggestion on ways to handle menstrual discomfort.
Page Ref: 75-76
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
2.4 Essay
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1) Describe the function of each of the external female sex organs.
Page Ref: 41-48
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
2) Describe the four major types of female genital mutilations, what they are, and what it means.
Page Ref: 45
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
3) Describe what cystitis is and the precautions that may help women prevent inflammation of
the bladder.
Page Ref: 46
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
4) Describe what the hymen is and the different types of hymens described in this chapter, as
well as what the different types of hymens mean.
Page Ref: 47
Learning Objective: LO 2.1 Describe the external female sex organs and their functions.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
5) Describe the structures that underlie the female external sex organs from this chapter and
where they are located.
Page Ref: 48-49
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
6) Describe where the internal female sex organs are located and their functions.
Page Ref: 48-56
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
7) Describe what the Grafenberg spot is and where it is located.
Page Ref: 49
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
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Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
8) Describe vaginitis, how it happens, and the ways that it can be prevented.
Page Ref: 50
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
9) Describe cervical cancer, the screening tests that can help to prevent it, and the ways cervical
cancer may be treated.
Page Ref: 51-52
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
10) Describe endometrial cancer and the risk factors, as well as the factors that help protect
against it.
Page Ref: 52โ53
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
11) Describe ovarian cancer and the risk factors, as well as the factors that help protect against it.
Page Ref: 54
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
12) Detail the steps that may be taken when a pelvic examination is performed.
Page Ref: 55-56
Learning Objective: LO 2.2 Describe the internal female sex organs, their functions, and health
problems that may affect them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
13) Describe the composition and the function of the breasts.
Page Ref: 56-57
Learning Objective: LO 2.3 Describe the composition and functions of the breasts.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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14) Describe breast cancer and the risk factors, as well as the recommendations for breast cancer
screening.
Page Ref: 58-61
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
15) Describe the proper technique for performing a breast self-examination (BSE) when in the
shower, before a mirror and when lying down.
Page Ref: 60
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
16) Describe the different options available when treating breast cancer.
Page Ref: 61
Learning Objective: LO 2.4 Discuss risk factors for and detection and treatment of breast
cancer.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
17) Explain how the menstrual cycle involves finely tuned relationships between structures in the
hypothalamus and pituitary gland and the ovaries and the uterus.
Page Ref: 64-65
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
18) Describe the phases of the menstrual cycle, including how long each phase lasts.
Page Ref: 65-68
Learning Objective: LO 2.5 Describe the regulation and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
19) Describe and compare menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Page Ref: 69-71
Learning Objective: LO 2.6 Define and discuss menopause, perimenopause, and the climacteric.
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Skill Level: Apply
20) Discuss the potential positive and negative aspects of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Page Ref: 71-72
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
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Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
21) Discuss the various menstrual problems that women may experience.
Page Ref: 73-74
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
22) Discuss Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and its symptoms.
Page Ref: 74-75
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Skill Level: Remember
23) Discuss suggestions to handle menstrual discomfort.
Page Ref: 75-76
Learning Objective: LO 2.7 Define menstrual problems and discuss what can be done about
them.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Skill Level: Understand
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