Question 1

The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first

Accepted Answer

A)  six months of use.
B)  year of use.
C)  two years of use.
D)  five years of use.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 2

The FemCap may be left in place after intercourse for as long as

Accepted Answer

A)  6 hours.
B)  24 hours.
C)  48 hours.
D)  1 week.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 3

More than 50 percent of all male condoms are bought by women each year.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A diaphragm dose not need to have more spermicide applied until it has been inserted for longer than 12 hours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Barrier methods of contraception work by blocking the sperm from reaching the ovum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that the use of an IUD can reduce the risk of developing which type of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  breast
B)  endometrial
C)  ovarian
D)  fallopianE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 7

A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is

Accepted Answer

A)  a barrier method.
B)  a hormonal method.
C)  rarely effective.
D)  irreversible.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Regarding the availability of emergency contraception,which of the following statements is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Emergency contraceptives are available over-the-counter for women and men 17 and older.
B)  All physicians will prescribe emergency contraceptives if asked.
C)  Emergency contraceptives are available only by prescription.
D)  Emergency contraceptives are available at most convenience stores.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Disadvantages of the sponge include all of the following,EXCEPT

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A)  allergic reactions.
B)  an association with toxic shock syndrome.
C)  additional spermicide must be applied every 6-8 hours.
D)  difficulty with removal.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Which of the following is TRUE about polyurethane condoms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Males with latex allergy will also be allergic to polyurethane condoms.
B)  They are made of the same material as lambskin condoms.
C)  They are less likely to slip off during sexual activity than are latex condoms.
D)  They are more likely to break than are latex condoms.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 11

In addition to preventing ovulation,the birth control pill prevents conception in all of the following ways,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  thickening the cervical mucus.
B)  constricting the cervical opening.
C)  altering the rate of ovum transport.
D)  inhibiting the implantation of the fertilized ovum by changing the lining of the uterus.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by

Accepted Answer

A)  reducing the number of sperm that penetrate the cervix.
B)  blocking sperm from reaching the ovum.
C)  changing the acidity of the vaginal canal.
D)  preventing ovulation by mimicking the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

In addition to hormone pills,most contraceptive packets also include

Accepted Answer

A)  one week of inactive pills.
B)  postcoital pills.
C)  alternative contraceptive methods.
D)  instructions for the Billings method.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

The Implanon is effective for how long?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 years
B)  3 years
C)  5 years
D)  8 yearsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of

Accepted Answer

A)  people who continue to use a particular contraceptive after a specified period of time.
B)  women who cannot become pregnant once they have stopped using a contraceptive.
C)  women who become pregnant while using a contraceptive.
D)  women who use more than one method of contraception in one year.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

____________ has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates of all developed nations.

Accepted Answer

A)  Germany
B)  The United States
C)  France
D)  SwedenE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 17

If a condom breaks,an appropriate strategy for reducing the risk of pregnancy is to

Accepted Answer

A)  douche.
B)  insert a vaginal contraceptive ring.
C)  use emergency contraception.
D)  switch to an oil-based lubricant.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 18

The perfect-use failure rate of the NuvaRing is _____ percent.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.3
B)  0.6
C)  0.9
D)  1.0E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Vaginal spermicides most be inserted no more than how long before intercourse?

Accepted Answer

A)  30 minutes
B)  45 minutes
C)  60 minutes
D)  90 minutesE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

Vaginal spermicides can be inserted up to one hour before intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Contraception

Vaginal spermicides most be inserted no more than how long before intercourse?

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Regarding the availability of emergency contraception,which of the following statements is accurate?

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A contraceptive that physically blocks the sperm from reaching the egg is

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If a condom breaks,an appropriate strategy for reducing the risk of pregnancy is to

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The "typical use" contraceptive failure rate is based on studies that measure the percentage of women experiencing unintended pregnancy in the first

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In addition to hormone pills,most contraceptive packets also include

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The FemCap may be left in place after intercourse for as long as

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Disadvantages of the sponge include all of the following,EXCEPT

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Barrier methods of contraception work by blocking the sperm from reaching the ovum.

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The continuation rate of a contraceptive is determined by the percentage of

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Which of the following is TRUE about polyurethane condoms?

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More than 50 percent of all male condoms are bought by women each year.

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A diaphragm dose not need to have more spermicide applied until it has been inserted for longer than 12 hours.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that the use of an IUD can reduce the risk of developing which type of cancer?

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Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by

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In addition to preventing ovulation,the birth control pill prevents conception in all of the following ways,EXCEPT

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The perfect-use failure rate of the NuvaRing is _____ percent.

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The Implanon is effective for how long?

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Vaginal spermicides can be inserted up to one hour before intercourse.

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____________ has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates of all developed nations.

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