chapter 27 and 28

Question 1

Which of the following is a common procedure of removing a portion of the vas deferens to cause the male to be sterile?

Answer 1

Vasectomy

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT part of the male reproductive system?

Answer 2

Corpus luteum

Question 3

Which of the following is a method of diagnosing testicular cancer after palpating the testicle and finding a mass?

Answer 3

Biopsy

Question 4

Which is an incorrect statement while explaining a self-testicular exam to a patient?

Answer 4

Examine yourself after a cool shower

Question 5

Which of the following is a specific test to evaluate the effectiveness of a vasectomy?

Answer 5

Semen analysis

Question 6

Which of the following is the correct definition for the term nocturia?

Answer 6

Difficulty sleeping due to frequent urination

Question 7

Priapism

Answer 7

persistent frequently painful erection lasting more than 4 hours with or without sexual activity

Question 8

Balanitis

Answer 8

inflammation of the foreskin

Question 9

Hypospadias

Answer 9

condition at birth in which the urinary opening is not at the tip of the penis, but on the underside

Question 10

Epispadias

Answer 10

condition at birth in which the urinary opening is not at the tip of the penis, but on the upper penile surface

Question 11

Peyronie disease :

Answer 11

plaque causing the penis to bend or curve

Question 12

Inflammation of the prostate :

Answer 12

Prostatitis

Question 13

Inability to achieve or maintain an erection :

Answer 13

Erectile dysfunction

Question 14

Failure to produce adequate amounts of testosterone, sperm or both :

Answer 14

Hypogonadism

Question 15

Lack of decent of one or both testicles :

Answer 15

Cryptorchidism

Question 16

Low sperm production, abnormal sperm function :

Answer 16

male infertility

Question 17

Surgical removal of one or both testes :

Answer 17

orchiectomy

Question 18

Surgical removal of all or a portion of the prostate :

Answer 18

Prostatectomy

Question 19

Residual urine is left in the bladder causing frequent UTI’s, bladder pressure and or kidney damage :

Answer 19

urinary retention

Question 20

Condition in which the spermatic cord becomes twisted :

Answer 20

Testicular Torsion

Question 21

Cancer most commonly affecting men between the age of 15-40 :

Answer 21

Testicular Cancer

Question 22

A _______________ can help a man learn the normal size, shape and weight of his testicles to help notice any changes from normal

Answer 22

Testicular self-examination

Question 23

Is it normal for an erection to occur during a testicular exam performed by a physician?

Answer 23

Yes

Question 24

This type of result may lead to test or treatments that you do not need.

Answer 24

false-positive

Question 25

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when encountering a visually impaired patient?

Answer 25

Do not approach until your presence is known.

Question 26

Which of the following words defines the progressive loss of hearing ability caused by the normal aging process?

Answer 26

Presbycusis

Question 27

Which of the following is the primary hormone that ceases production in the elderly female?

Answer 27

Estrogen

Question 28

Discrimination because of age

Answer 28

ageism

Question 29

presbycusis

Answer 29

progressive hearing loss caused by aging

Question 30

residual urine :

Answer 30

urine remaining in the bladder after urination

Question 31

incontinence

Answer 31

loss of the ability to retain urine in the bladder

Question 32

dementia

Answer 32

decrease in cognitive abilities

Question 33

geriatrics

Answer 33

branch of medicine dealing with the elderly

Question 34

macular degeneration :

Answer 34

changes in the area around the retina associated with aging.

Question 35

arteriosclerosis

Answer 35

hardening of the arteries due to a build up of plaque

Question 36

Dementia can include which of the following symptoms?

Answer 36

Memory loss Confussion Depression and agitation

Question 37

Which of the following describes the underlying cause of urinary system problems in the aging

Answer 37

Impaired elimination of waste products Medications not being excreted Residual urine remains in the bladder Decreased blood flow to kidneys

Question 38

Which of the following could be an effective method to slow the progress of osteoporosis?

Answer 38

Physical Activity Nutritional Diet Vitamin D and Calcium