$$\text{Due Date} = \text{LMP} + 7 \text{ days} + 9 \text{ months}$$

Question 1

Which structure of the female reproductive system is primarily responsible for the production of sex hormones and ova?

Accepted Answer

Ovaries

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the function of the fimbriae in the female reproductive system?

Accepted Answer

They catch the released ovum and help move it into the uterine tube.

Question 3

A patient is diagnosed with endometriosis. Which of the following best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

A condition in which the tissue of the inner lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.

Question 4

Which layer of the uterus is responsible for contractions during childbirth?

Accepted Answer

Myometrium

Question 5

A woman’s last menstrual period began on January 10, 2026. Using Naegele’s Rule, what is her estimated due date?

Accepted Answer

October 17, 2026

Question 6

Which of the following terms refers to the first menstrual period in a female adolescent?

Accepted Answer

Menarche

Question 7

Which of the following is a possible complication if the placenta implants low in the uterus and partially or completely covers the cervix?

Accepted Answer

Placenta previa

Question 8

Which combining form means 'fallopian tube'?

Accepted Answer

salping/o

Question 9

Which of the following statements about the male reproductive system is true?

Accepted Answer

The prostate produces an alkaline secretion that neutralizes the acidity of the urethra.

Question 10

A patient presents with a prolonged and painful erection lasting more than 4 hours. What is the medical term for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Priapism

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the function of the epididymis?

Accepted Answer

Stores and matures sperm

Question 12

Which diagnostic test is used to confirm a positive non-treponemal screening test for syphilis?

Accepted Answer

Fluorescent Treponemal Antibody Absorption (FTA-ABS) test

Question 13

Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating a due date using Naegele’s Rule?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Due Date} = 	ext{LMP} + 7 	ext{ days} + 9 	ext{ months}$$

Question 14

Which of the following conditions is characterized by the twisting of the testicle, cutting off blood supply and causing pain and swelling?

Accepted Answer

Testicular torsion

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the function of the seminal vesicles?

Accepted Answer

Produce a fructose-rich fluid that nourishes sperm

Question 16

A patient is diagnosed with phimosis. What does this term refer to?

Accepted Answer

Constriction or narrowing of the foreskin over the glans penis

Question 17

Which of the following is a yellowish mammary fluid secreted in the first few days after birth, also known as 'liquid gold'?

Accepted Answer

Colostrum

Question 18

Which of the following is a possible outcome for a newborn if there is Rh incompatibility between mother and fetus?

Accepted Answer

Erythroblastosis fetalis

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the function of the bulbourethral (Cowper) glands?

Accepted Answer

Produce a fluid that lubricates the urethra

Question 20

Which of the following terms refers to pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse?

Accepted Answer

Dyspareunia

Medical Terminology: The Reproductive System (Female and Male) – Study Notes

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