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ST-104 Week 3 Reproductive System
Practice Questions for Week 3 Reproductive System
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08/14/2010

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Term
Gynecology
Definition
Branch of medicine which deals with the pelvic diseases and hygiene of women
Term
Obstetrics
Definition
Branch of medicine which deals with prenatal care, childbirth, and postpartum care.
Term
Gonad
Definition
Generic Terms referring to both female and male sex glands
Term
Gamete
Definition
A Mature male or female reproductive cell
Term
Colostrum
Definition
Secretion from the breast before the onset of true lactation consisting of serum and white blood cells; called "first milk".
Term
Ovum
Definition
Female sex cells containing 23 chromosomes
Term
Follicle
Definition
A very small excretory or secretory sac
Term
Ovarian Follicle
Definition
A spherical structure in the cortex of the ovary containing the immature ovum and its encasing cells
Term
Ovulation
Definition
The periodic rupture of the graafian follicle and its discharge of the ovum
Term
Copulation
Definition
Sexual intercourse
Term
Ejaculation
Definition
Ejection of the seminal fluids from the male urethra
Term
Fertilization
Definition
Union of male and female sex cells
Term
Embryo
Definition
Stage of development of the human in the uterus after conception between the second and eighth weeks
Term
Pregnancy
Definition
Condition of carrying a developing embryo/fetus in the uterus
Term
Labor
Definition
Process by which the fetus is expelled from the uterus
Term
Episiotomy
Definition
Incision of perineum at end of second stage of labor to avoid laceration of perineum and to facilitate delivery
Term
Spermatozoon
Definition
Mature male sex cell containing 23 chromosomes
Term
Menstruation
Definition
Periodic (usually monthly) discharge of a bloody fluid form the uterus
Term
Puberty
Definition
Period in life at which one of either sex becomes functionally capable of reproduction
Term
Menopause
Definition
Period in life which marks the permanent cessation of menstruation
Term
List 2 functions of the Reproductive System
Definition

 

  1. Perpetuation of the human species
  2. For sexual gratification
  3. Secretion of hormones

 

Term
List 2 secondary male sex characteristics
Definition

  1. Increase in size of larynx causing lower pitched voice
  2. Rapid growth of external genitalia
  3. Growth of hair on the face, pubis, axilla, and other parts of the body
  4. Development of firmer musculature, broad shoulders, and narrow hips

Term
List 2 female secondary sex characteristics
Definition

 

  1. Development of Breasts
  2. Widening of hips
  3. Onset of menstruation
  4. Growth of hair on the pubis and axilla

 

Term
By the end of the (first, third) month, the sex of the fetus is clearly distinguishable
Definition
third
Term
At birth, the testes (do, do not) contain thousands of immature spermatocytes
Definition
Do
Term
From birth to the age of puberty, the reproductive organs (do, do not) grow with the rest of the body
Definition
Do
Term
Puberty is indicated in the male by the production of functional (testosterone, spermatozoa) and in the female by the onset of ovulation and menstruation
Definition
spermatozoa
Term
the female gonads usually become inactive at about the age of (45, 65)
Definition
45
Term

Cowper's Glands

(bulbourethral glands)

Definition
Two small, pea-sized glands located on each side of the membranous section of the urethra; one on each side of the prostate gland
Term
Testes
Definition

Are two small, ovoid glands located in the scrotum suspended form the inguinal region by the spermatic cord.

 

 

 

Term
Prostate Gland
Definition

A single globular gland which lies inferior to the bladder outlet and surrounds the first section of the urethra

 

Term
Prostate Gland
Definition
Urethra Passes Through It
Term
Testes
Definition

Secrete the hormones testosterone and androsterone directly into the blood and therefore are also considered endocrine or ductless glands


Term
Testes
Definition

Are male gonads

 

Term
Testes
Definition

 

Produce Spermatoza

Term
Seminal Vesicles
Definition
Two membranous, hollow pouches which lie obliquely between the bladder and rectum, and are posterior to the lower portion of the bladder
Term
Seminal Vesicles
Definition
The anterior portion of these converge with the corresponding vas deferens to form the ejaculatory duct
Term
Epididymis
Definition
Very small in diameter, but measures approximately 20 feet in length
Term
Epididymis
Definition
Connects the testes with the vas deferens
Term
Epididymis
Definition
Single, tightly coiled tube which lies along the sides and superior portion of the testes
Term
Vas Deferens
Definition
Is continuation of the epididymis
Term

 

Vas Deferens

 

Definition
Thick-walled tube about 18 inches long
Term

Ejaculatory Ducts

 

Definition
Formed by the union of the excretory ducts of the seminal vesicles and the vas deferens
Term

 

 

Ejaculatory Ducts

 

 

Definition
Are short tubes which pass through the lobes of the prostate gland where they terminate, and open into the urethra to discharge their contents
Term

Urethra

 

 

Definition
Serves as a passageway for eliminating semen and urine
Term
Urethra
Definition
Terminal portion of the male genitourinary system
Term
Spermatic Cords
Definition
Contains the vas deferens, testicular artery, veins, lymphatics, and nerve fibers
Term
Spermatic Cords
Definition
Passes through the inguinal ring and descends into the scrotum
Term
Penis
Definition
Cylindrical, pendulous organ suspended from the front and sides of the pubic arch
Term
Penis
Definition
Is the male copulatory organ by which male gametes are introduced into the female vagine
Term
Penis
Definition
Contains the urethra
Term
Scrotum
Definition
Regulates and maintains favorable temperature for sperm production
Term
Scrotum
Definition
Internally, it is divided into two sacs by a septum which contains the testes
Term
Scrotum
Definition
Skin-covered pouch suspended from the perineal region
Term
Select true statements concerning seminal fluid
Definition
Is the fluid which is discharged during the male ejaculation
Term
Seminal fluid
Definition
Is a combination of sperm and secretions
Term
Seminal Fluid
Definition
Discharge of this fluid is initiated by peristaltic waves moving along the tubes leading from the testes
Term
Seminal Fluid
Definition
Average ejaculation contains 3-5 cc which has about 250-350 million sperm
Term
Characteristics of the female reproductive system
Definition
The hormones secreted by the female endocrine glands affect the functioning and development of the organs before and after puberty
Term
Female Reproductive System
Definition
When child-bearing ears are over, the hormones maintain a balance as the organs no longer function to prepare for pregnancy
Term
Female Reproduction System
Definition
the organs lie deep in the body pelvis for protection
Term
A hollow, pear-shaped, muscular organ located in the pelvic cavity _____ to the rectum and _____ to the urinary bladder
Definition
Anterior, Posterior
Term
Is not firmly attached to any part of the skeleton; instead is suspended in pelvic cavity by various _____
Definition
Ligaments
Term
Is about 3 inches long, about 2 inches wide at the upper end,and about ____ thick
Definition
1 inch
Term
Becomes enormously enlarged during pregnancy to 12 inches or more in length extending into the epigastric region and ____ inches in width
Definition
8-10
Term
Returns to almost its original size after delivery, but is always slightly ____ than before pregnancy
Definition
Larger
Term
After menopause, becomes ____ and atrophies
Definition
Smaller
Term
The cavity is _____ in shape and has 3 opening
Definition
Triangular
Term
Functions of the Uterus
Definition
To contain and nourish the embryo and later fetus from the time the fertilized egg is implanted to the time of the birth of the fetus
Term
Functions of the uterus
Definition
To contract its muscles and expel the fetus at the end of pregnancy
Term

Functions of the uterus

Definition
to slough away the endometrium if fertilization does not occur
Term
3 parts of the uterus
Definition

Fundus

Body

Cervix

Term

Uterus Positioning

 

Normally, the cervix points toward the lower end of the _____ with the fundus inclined ____ toward the suprapubic region

Definition
Sacrum, Forward
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

A full bladder tilts the uterus ____

Definition
backwards
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

A distended rectum tilts the uterus ____

Definition
forward
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

Anteversion is an abnormal _____ tipping of the uterus

Definition
forward
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

Anteflexion is an abnormal forward bending of the fundus and body at the ____

Definition
cervix
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

____ is an abnormal backward tipping or displacement of the uterus

Definition
retroversion
Term

Uterus Positioning

 

Retroflexion is abnormal backward ____ of the fundus and body at the cervix

Definition
bending
Term
Endometrium
Definition
Is the internal mucous membrane which is continuous with that lining the vagina and the uterine tubes
Term

Endometrium

Definition
Is the layer that sloughs off during menstruation and following delivery of a fetus
Term

Endometrium

Definition
Normally is not found anywhere else in the body
Term
Myometrium
Definition
Is the middle layer
Term

Myometrium

Definition
Is a thick coat which contains three layers of smooth muscle fibers
Term
Perimetrium (Serous Coat)
Definition
Is the external coat
Term
Perimetrium
Definition
Is a serous membrane derived from parietal peritoneum
Term
Perimetrium
Definition
Is incomplete as it covers none of the cervix and only part of the body
Term

Ligaments of the Uterus

Broad (2)

Definition
A fold of peritoneum that covers and forms the floor of the pelvis in the female; crosses the pelvis from one side to the other, and divides the pelvis into an anterior part containing the urinary bladder and a posterior part containing the rectum
Term

Ligaments of the Uterus

Round (2)

Definition
Not composed of peritoneum; tow rounded fibro-muscular cords situated between the folds of the broad ligaments attached anteriorly to the wall of the pelvis
Term

Ligaments of the Uterus

 

Ureterosacral

Definition
Composed of peritoneum; pass backward from the cervix on either side of the rectum to the posterior wall of the pelvis
Term

Ligaments of the Uterus

 

Posterior

Definition
Composed of peritoneum; extends from the posterior surface of the uterus to the rectum
Term

Uterine Tubes

 

Also called (fallopian, bartholin) tubes, salpinx, or oviducts

Definition
Fallopian
Term

Uterine Tubes

 

Are muscular and lined with (mucosa, serosa)

Definition
Muscosa
Term

Uterine Tubes

 

Are attached to the upper (inner, outer) angle of the uterus opening into the uterus

Definition
Outer
Term

Uterine Tubes

Pass between the folds and lie along the rim of the (round, broad) ligaments; from here they extend upward and outward toward the sides of the pelvis, then curve downward and backward

Definition
Broad
Term

Uterine Tubes

 

Each tube is approximately (4, 10) inches long

Definition
4
Term

Uterine Tubes

 

the margin of the distal end is dilated, funnel-shaped,and surrounded by a number of free finger or fringe-like processes called (fimbriae, rugae)

Definition
Fimbriae
Term
Functions of the uterine tubes
Definition
provide common place for fertilization
Term

Functions of the uterine tubes

Definition
Provide an area where the ovum is nourished and delayed for fertilization
Term

Functions of the uterine tubes

Definition
Act as passageways for the ova and spermatozoa
Term
Characteristics of Ovaries
Definition
Are located one on either side of the uterus, and are attached to the back of the broad ligament behind and below the uterine tubes
Term

Characteristics of Ovaries

Definition
Are anchored to the uterus by the ovarian ligament
Term
List two functions of the ovaries
Definition

Secrete estrogen and progesterone

 

Produce, develop, and mature the female gametes

(ova) and discharge them into the pelvic cavity

 


Term
Characteristics of the Vagina
Definition
Is a collapsible tube which is the passageway from the uterus to the outside
Term

Characteristics of the Vagina

Definition
the posterior wall is about 3-4 inches long and the anterior wall is about 2 1/2 to 3 inches long
Term

Vagina

 

Organ of _____; receives seminal fluid from male

Definition
Copulation
Term

 

Vagina

 

Serves as lower part of birth canal and stretches to allow the passage of the fetus

 

Definition
Birth Canal
Term

 

Vagina

 

Acts as excretory duct for uterine sections and _____

 

Definition
menstrual flow
Term
Skene's Glands
Definition
Two tiny mucous glands which open into the female urethra just at its termination, and secrete lubricating fluid
Term
Vaginal Orifice
Definition
At the bottom of the vestibule, posterior to the urinary meatus
Term
Vulva
Definition
Portion lying beneath the mons veneris
Term
Clitoris
Definition
Erectile, highly sensitive structure partially hidden by the anterior ends of the labia minora
Term
Labia Majora
Definition
Two longitudinal folds of skin on each side of the vaginal opening which are covered with pigmented skin and hair on the outer surface, but which is free of hair on the inside mucous lining
Term
Mons Veneris or Pubis
Definition
The prominent skin-covered fat pad over the symphysis pubis which after puberty, becomes covered with hair
Term
Bartholin Glands
Definition
Two bean-shaped glands, one on either side of the vaginal orifice, which secrete lubricating fluid for the vulva canal
Term
Perineum
Definition
Region between the vaginal orifice and the anus considered the muscular floor of the pelvis
Term
Labia Minora
Definition
Two longitudinal folds of epithelial tissue located within the labia majora which come together anteriorly in the prepuce of the clitoris
Term

Breasts

 

Lie over the (pectoralis, sartuorius) muscles and are attached to them by a layer of connective tissue

Definition
Pectoralis
Term
(Estrogens, Progesterones) caused the initial growth of the breasts.
Definition
Estrogens
Term
They become functional at end of (pregnancy, puberty)
Definition
Pregnancy
Term
The nipples are bordered by a circular, pigmented area called the (areola, alveoli)
Definition
Areola
Term
(Pituitary, thyroid) hormones stimulate the production of colostrum and milk
Definition
Pituitary
Term
The (sebaceous, lactiferous) glands secrete the colostrum and milk
Definition
Lactiferous
Term
Ovulation
Definition
endometrium continues to grow; graafian follicle ruptures and liberates ovum; average occurrence is on the 14th day
Term
Luteal Phase
Definition
Endometrium continues to thicken in preparation for the ovum if it is fertilized; corpus luteum begins to develop in ruptured follicle and secretes progesterone
Term
Menstrual Phase
Definition
Period of uterine bleeding accompanied by shedding of the endometrium; follicle begins to develop in ovary; averages 4-5 days in length
Term
Follicular Phase
Definition
Endometrium is repaired and thickens follicle continues to develop and secretes estrogen
Term
Occurs from age of ___ to ____
Definition
Puberty, Menopause
Term
Onset of menstruation at puberty is referred to as _____
Definition
menarche
Term
Menstrual discharge or flow contains endometrial tissue, ____ and serous fluid
Definition
Blood
Term
Length varies from 3 to ____ days
Definition
7
Term
Average length is ____ days
Definition
4-5 days
Term
Occurs on an average every ____ days
Definition
27-28 Days
Term
Is Brought on by the reduction of ovarian _____ when the ovum is not fertilized
Definition
Hormones
Term
Ceases temporarily during ______
Definition
Pregnancy
Term

Failure to occur may result from:

1. ____

2.  Physical disorders such as disease or malnutrition

3.  Congenital disorders

Definition
Emotional or hormonal disturbances
Term
Dysmenorrhea
Definition
Painful menstruation
Term
Amenorrhea
Definition
Absence of flow when normally expected
Term
Oligomenorrhea
Definition
Scanty flow
Term
Menorrhagia
Definition
Excessive flow (and loss of blood) during menstruation
Term
Pregnancy begins with (copulation, fertilization) of the ovum
Definition

Fertilization

 

Term
As soon as the sperm enters the ovum, cellular changes take place and the (fetus, embryo) begins to form
Definition
Embryo
Term
Umbilical cord is formed and extends from the (uterus, placenta) to the fetus
Definition
Placenta
Term
It takes about (280, 350) days for the fetus to develop before it is born
Definition
280 Days
Term
The fetus floats in a bag of (amniotic, seminal) fluid
Definition
Amniotic
Term
The mother's body performs the function of waste elimination and acquiring cell food for the growth of teh fetus by osmosis through the (placental, uterine) membranes
Definition
Placental
Term
the fetus is delivered when the (fundus, cervix) of the uterus dilates and flattens enough for the fetus to be pushed into the vaginal canal by the muscles in the fundus, body, and vagina
Definition
Cervix
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