Menstrual Cycle
28 days.
What is fertilization?
The process of the sperm joining the egg and creating a zygote.
True or False: Finding a lump during puberty always means breast cancer.
False.
What method provides 100% protection from pregnancy & STIs?
Abstinence.
This precaution, worn correctly, reduces the risk of many STIs and pregnancy but is still not 100% effective.
What are condoms?
True or False: Clear, white, or light yellow discharge are normal.
True.
How long is a full term pregnancy?
40 weeks.
What is the main screening method used for detecting breast cancer?
Mammograms.
The fertile window is typically from day ___ to ____ .
8 to 19.
Name one STI that is spread through skin-to-skin contact.
Herpes (HSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia.
During which phase of the cycle does the uterine lining thicken in preparation for pregnancy?
Luteal phase.
What are three things women should do to support healthy prenatal development?
Prenatal vitamins, reduce stress, avoid harmful substances, regular doctor visits, proper nutrition & hydration.
Where can breast tissue be found?
Name and describe the 3 methods that are involved in Natural Family Planning.
Calendar/rhythm method, basal body temperature method, cervical mucus method.
True or False: “People with an STI always show visible symptoms.” Answer with the correct choice and a short explanation.
False. People can have and carry an STI and never have symptoms. Example: Chlamydia is often asymptomatic.
During what stage of the cycle is conception most likely AND where would it occur?
Ovulation; in the fallopian tube.
Name the 3 stages of prenatal development in order.
Germinal, embryonic, fetal.
Name two potential signs of breast cancer.
Swelling, skin dimpling, nipple retraction, nipple discharge (not breastmilk), nipple or skin changes, swollen lymph nodes.
Name 1 hormonal and 1 non-hormonal birth control method.
Non: condom, dental dam, vasectomy, etc.
Hormonal: IUD, pill, patch, shot, etc.
Name two places that can test for STIs.
Doctor's office, urgent care, Planned Parenthood.
What are the two main hormones involved in regulating the menstrual cycle?
Estrogen and Progesterone.
Name and describe the 3 stages of childbirth.
1) Labor: contractions, cervix dilates to 10cm
2) Delivery: baby moves through birth canal
3) Afterbirth: placenta is delivered and uterus shrinks
Describe the two parts of a self breast examination.
1) Visual examination in the mirror, shifting shoulders forward
2) Lay down with arm over head, using 2 fingers to press into tissue
Describe how hormonal birth control methods (pill, IUD, shot, etc.) work in the body to prevent pregnancy.
They release progesterone (and sometimes estrogen) to stop ovulation, thicken the cervical mucus to block sperm from reaching the egg, and thin the uterine lining.
What are the three types of pathogens that can cause disease?
Bacteria, viruses, and parasites.