NUR 514: TEST 2: QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
1) Which one of the following statements about the subdermal progestin implant is
false?
A) It is associated with the development of benign follicular cysts
B) After removal, its contraceptive effects last 10 more months on
average.
C) Based on worldwide data, it appears to be as safe as other
progestin-only methods
D) The shortage of research due to its only recent availability is a
possible disadvantage -- Correct Answer ✔✔ b. After removal,
its contraceptive effects last 10 more months on average.
2) Of the two intrauterine contraceptive devices currently available in the United
States only one provides a local delivery of protestin. It is the
A) combined contraceptive patch (Ortho Evra).
B) copper IUD (T380A, ParaGard)
C) LNG-IUS (Mirena)
, D) Dalkon Shield. -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. LNG-IUS (Mirena)
3) The depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injection (DepoProvera) is
given at week intervals.
A) 3
B) 6
C) 9
D) 12 -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. 9
4) Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) can
A) cause an abortion
B) prevent fertilization
C) harm an established pregnancy
D) offer protection from STIs, including HIV. -- Correct Answer ✔✔
b. prevent fertilization
5) The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) current position on the use of
HT in menopausal women includes
A) HT is indicated for the sole purpose of preventing cardiovascular
disease
B) ET for less than 5 years has significant effect on the risk for breast
cancer.
C) HT is recommended for prevention of cognitive aging or
dementia.
D) EPT is recommended to decrease risk of endometrial carcinoma --
Correct Answer ✔✔ d. EPT is recommended to decrease risk of
endometrial carcinoma
6) What type(s) of estrogen are usually present in a woman's body in the
postmenopausal years?
, A) Estrone (E1) and estradiol (E2)
B) Estrone (E1) and estriol (E3)
C) Estradiol (E2) only
D) None; women do not produce estrogen after menopause --
Correct Answer ✔✔ a. Estrone (E1) and estradiol (E2)
7) In general, natural menopause occurs for most women between the ages of years.
A) 40 and 50
B) 44 and 46
C) 48 and 55
D) 39 and 47 -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. 48 and 55
8) Which one of the following statements about menopause is false?
A) A diagnosis is based on the absence of menses for 6 consecutive
months.
B) Controlling diabetes and hypertension can reduce the severity of
symptoms.
C) Similar symptoms may be caused by arrhythmia, thyroid disorders,
or tumors.
D) Diagnosis requires a thorough history, a physical exam, and
laboratory testing. -- Correct Answer ✔✔ a. A diagnosis is based
on the absence of menses for 6 consecutive months.
9) Which one of the following statements about menopause is true?
A) Symptoms usually begin in the postmenopausal period.
B) Women most frequently report central nervous system
symptoms.
C) Hot flashes can last well beyond the first 5 to 7 years following
menopause.
SOLUTIONS
1) Which one of the following statements about the subdermal progestin implant is
false?
A) It is associated with the development of benign follicular cysts
B) After removal, its contraceptive effects last 10 more months on
average.
C) Based on worldwide data, it appears to be as safe as other
progestin-only methods
D) The shortage of research due to its only recent availability is a
possible disadvantage -- Correct Answer ✔✔ b. After removal,
its contraceptive effects last 10 more months on average.
2) Of the two intrauterine contraceptive devices currently available in the United
States only one provides a local delivery of protestin. It is the
A) combined contraceptive patch (Ortho Evra).
B) copper IUD (T380A, ParaGard)
C) LNG-IUS (Mirena)
, D) Dalkon Shield. -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. LNG-IUS (Mirena)
3) The depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injection (DepoProvera) is
given at week intervals.
A) 3
B) 6
C) 9
D) 12 -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. 9
4) Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) can
A) cause an abortion
B) prevent fertilization
C) harm an established pregnancy
D) offer protection from STIs, including HIV. -- Correct Answer ✔✔
b. prevent fertilization
5) The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) current position on the use of
HT in menopausal women includes
A) HT is indicated for the sole purpose of preventing cardiovascular
disease
B) ET for less than 5 years has significant effect on the risk for breast
cancer.
C) HT is recommended for prevention of cognitive aging or
dementia.
D) EPT is recommended to decrease risk of endometrial carcinoma --
Correct Answer ✔✔ d. EPT is recommended to decrease risk of
endometrial carcinoma
6) What type(s) of estrogen are usually present in a woman's body in the
postmenopausal years?
, A) Estrone (E1) and estradiol (E2)
B) Estrone (E1) and estriol (E3)
C) Estradiol (E2) only
D) None; women do not produce estrogen after menopause --
Correct Answer ✔✔ a. Estrone (E1) and estradiol (E2)
7) In general, natural menopause occurs for most women between the ages of years.
A) 40 and 50
B) 44 and 46
C) 48 and 55
D) 39 and 47 -- Correct Answer ✔✔ c. 48 and 55
8) Which one of the following statements about menopause is false?
A) A diagnosis is based on the absence of menses for 6 consecutive
months.
B) Controlling diabetes and hypertension can reduce the severity of
symptoms.
C) Similar symptoms may be caused by arrhythmia, thyroid disorders,
or tumors.
D) Diagnosis requires a thorough history, a physical exam, and
laboratory testing. -- Correct Answer ✔✔ a. A diagnosis is based
on the absence of menses for 6 consecutive months.
9) Which one of the following statements about menopause is true?
A) Symptoms usually begin in the postmenopausal period.
B) Women most frequently report central nervous system
symptoms.
C) Hot flashes can last well beyond the first 5 to 7 years following
menopause.
