Chapter18: Genetic and Reproductive Disorders

Chapter18: Genetic and Reproductive Disorders

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

1. The thin fold of skin that lies between the labia minora and can be ruptured as a result of sexual intercourse is known as the:
2. Clitoris.
3. Cervix.
4. Hymen.
5. Uterus.

 

ANS: 3

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1.	The clitoris does not rupture during sexual intercourse.
2.	The cervix does not rupture during sexual intercourse.
3.	A thin fold of skin that lies between the labia minora and can be ruptured as a result of sexual intercourse is the hymen.
4.	The uterus does not rupture during sexual intercourse.

KEY: Content Area: Reproductive  Health| Integrated Processes: Teaching/Learning | Client Need: Physiological Integrity | Cognitive Level: Synthesis | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice

 

 

 

2. The female organ that produces the ova and sex hormones is known as the:
3. Ovum.
4. Ovary.
5. Ovule.
6. Oviform.

 

ANS: 2

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1.	The ovum is the actual egg released from the ovaries.
2.	The female organ that produces the ova and sex hormones is known as the ovary.
3.	The ovule is part of plant germination, not human reproduction.
4.	The oviform is in the shape of the egg.

KEY: Content Area: Reproductive Health | Integrated Processes: Teaching/Learning | Client Need Physiological Integrity | Cognitive Level: Comprehension | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice

 

 

 

3. The endometrium is a layer of cells that lines the:
4. Ovary.
5. Perineum.
6. Urethra.
7. Uterus.

 

ANS: 4

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1.	The ovary has a cortex as the outer layer of cells.
2.	The perineum is the part of the body where the gonads are located.
3.	The urethra has the longitudinal layer as the outermost layer.
4.	The uterus is lined with the endometrium.

KEY: Content Area: Reproductive Health | Integrated Processes: Teaching/Learning | Client Need Health Promotion and Maintenance | Cognitive Level: Comprehension | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice

 

 

 

4. Common injuries to pediatric and adolescent female genital tract include “straddle” injuries. These injuries result from a fall on a:
5. Bicycle.
6. Wagon.
7. Sidewalk.
8. Step.

 

ANS: 1

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1.	Bicycles are a common cause of “straddle” injuries to children’s genitals as a result of falling over a blunt object.
2	Wagons are not a common cause of “straddle” injuries as they are not a blunt object.
3.	Sidewalks are not a common cause of “straddle” injuries. A child does not fall easily into the periarea when on the sidewalk.
4.	Steps are not a common cause of “straddle” injuries. A child does not fall into a straddled position on the steps easily.

KEY: Content Area: Safety | Integrated Processes: Teaching/Learning | Client Need: Safe and Effective Care Environment | Cognitive Level Application | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice

 

 

 

5. “Clue cells” are an indication of:
6. A change in the normal organisms in the mouth.
7. A change in the normal organisms in the stomach.
8. A change in the normal organisms on the skin.
9. A change in the normal organisms in the vagina.

 

ANS: 4

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1.	These cells are not present in the mouth.
2.	These cells are not present within the stomach, and the stomach cannot be visually inspected easily.
3.	The skin bruises, but does not exhibit “clue cells.”
4.	“Clue cells” are an indication of a change in the normal organisms in the vagina.

KEY: Content Area: Reproductive Safety | Integrated Processes: Nursing Process | Client Need: Safe and Effective Care Environment | Cognitive Level: Comprehension | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice

 

 

 

6. Amenorrhea in adolescents becomes a concern if there is no menses by age:
7. 12.
8. 13.
9. 14.
10. 16.

 

ANS: 4

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1.	The average age of menarche is 12 in the United States. 95 percent of girls have their menses by age 14, thus having no menses by age 12 would not apply.
2.	The average age of menarche is 12 in the United States. 95 percent of girls have their menses by age 14, thus having no menses by age 13 would not apply.
3.	The average age of menarche is 12 in the United States. 95 percent of girls have their menses by age 14, thus having no menses by age 14 would not apply.
4	The average age of menarche is 12 in the United States. 95 percent of girls have their menses by age 14. Girls would need an endocrine evaluation if they have no menses by age 16.

KEY: Content Area: Reproductive Disorders | Integrated Processes: Nursing Process | Client Need: Health and Promotion Maintenance | Cognitive Level: Application | REF: CHAPTER 18 | Type: Multiple Choice