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Which correctly lists the weeks associated with each trimester?

A
first trimester (weeks 1–12); second trimester (weeks 13–26); third trimester (weeks 27–40)
B
first trimester (weeks 27–40); second trimester (weeks 13–26); third trimester (weeks 1–12)
C
first trimester (weeks 1–3); second trimester (weeks 4–6); third trimester (weeks 7-9)
D
first trimester (weeks 7–9); second trimester (weeks 4–6); third trimester (weeks 1–3)
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What is the function of the epididymis?

A
storing sperm
B
secreting lubricating liquid
C
carrying urine out of the body
D
releasing androgens
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An adult patient was diagnosed with heart disease. Which life-extension strategy would work best to reduce the patient’s risk of harm from heart disease?

A
eating healthy
B
becoming a safe driver
C
installing smoke detectors
D
washing hands more often
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While in health class, Marissa writes that the main function of the male reproductive system is to produce and transport ova for reproduction. Which explains Marissa’s mistake?

A
The main function of the male reproductive system is to develop secondary sex characteristics.
B
The male reproductive system only produces ova and does not transport them.
C
The male reproductive system produces and transports sperm, not ova.
D
The main function of the male reproductive system is to develop hormones.
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Which reproductive specialists undergo the greatest amount of preparatory education?

A
licensed practical nurses and registered nurses
B
licensed practical nurses and nurse practitioners
C
registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses
D
advanced practice registered nurses and nurse practitioners
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The table describes reproductive hormones that play a major role in a woman’s menstrual cycle. Female Reproductive HormonesName of HormoneMain Functionfollicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)promotes the growth and development of an eggluteinizing hormone (LH)stimulates the release of the eggprogesteronepromotes growth of the uterine liningWhat is the most likely outcome if a woman does not produce enough progesterone?

A
An egg will not mature and develop properly.
B
A fertilized egg will receive abnormal chromosomes.
C
An egg will not be released from the ovary.
D
A fertilized egg will not implant.
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When does a fetus gain the most weight?

A
during the second trimester
B
during the third trimester
C
at conception
D
at the end of the first trimester
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Eating healthy foods, exercising, and maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk(s) of

A
erectile dysfunction and STIs.
B
cancer and STIs.
C
erectile dysfunction and HPV.
D
cancer and erectile dysfunction.
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Why does estrogen most likely need to increase blood flow in a pregnant woman’s body?

A
so blood can be better filtered
B
so she can be warmer
C
so she can feel calmer
D
so blood can reach the fetus
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The diagram compares the characteristics of male and female gametes. GametesWhich item can be placed in the section labeled “Z”?

Question illustration
A
have 23 chromosomes
B
are not motile
C
determine offspring’s sex
D
are produced throughout life
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Which trait gained during childhood will help a young adult succeed?

A
A child’s increase in fine motor skills will allow for lasting friendships in adulthood.
B
A child’s sense of right and wrong will allow for a stronger memory in adulthood.
C
A child’s increase in gross motor skill will allow for vision acuity in adulthood.
D
A child’s decrease in dependency on his parents will allow for greater independence in adulthood.
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What clinical term refers to the process of aging?

A
somatic death
B
senescence
C
rigor mortis
D
genetic therapy
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Which is the process of a sperm cell combining with an ovum?

A
fertilization
B
embryo
C
implantation
D
fetus
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The ovum is produced in the ovaries and transported to the uterus via the

A
vulva.
B
vas deferens.
C
vagina.
D
fallopian tubes.
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Dr. Stanley has a male patient who is complaining of issues with urination. Sometimes he has pain with urination, and he frequently has trouble starting and stopping his urine flow. Dr. Stanley decides he wants his patient to have an MRI, which is an image of the interior of the body. What area would Dr. Stanley most likely want to examine?

A
penis
B
prostate
C
uterus
D
scrotum
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Which statement is true regarding the way in which sex chromosomes are passed on to offspring?

A
Females can pass only Y chromosomes to their offspring.
B
Females can pass either an X or a Y chromosome to their offspring.
C
Males can pass either an X or a Y chromosome to their offspring.
D
Males can pass only Y chromosomes to their offspring.
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Sabina is pregnant and would like to have a natural childbirth in her home. Which reproductive specialist should she see?

A
an obstetrician
B
a gynecologist
C
a fertility specialist
D
a midwife
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Which best explains why a 90-year-old patient would be checked into hospice?

A
He cannot control her bladder function, eat, or bathe himself.
B
He is recovering from a liver transplant.
C
He has SIDS and can no longer function on his own.
D
He has somatic death and machines are keeping him alive.
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Which organization gives a midwife advanced certification?

A
Southeast American Registry of Midwives
B
North American Registry of Midwives
C
NCLEX
D
MCAT
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Under normal circumstances, a fertilized egg implants in the

A
uterus.
B
ovary.
C
fallopian tube.
D
vagina.

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