Pregnancy and Birthing

How long does sperm survive inside the female reproductive system?

• 24 hours

• 1-2 days

• 3-5 days

• 7 days

Which form of contraception protects against contraction of STD's?

• Birth control pill

• Condom

• IUD

• Diaphragm

After ovulation, when must fertilization occur for pregnancy to result?

• Within 24 hours

• Within 24-48 hours

• Within 3 - 5 days

• Within 7 days

True or False? In the placenta, maternal and fetal blood mix to allow for exchange of vital nutrients and gases.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What do you call a condition where the placenta lies near the cervix?

• Breech

• Placenta previa

• Endometriosis

• Placenta disruptia

During which stage of development are miscarriages called spontaneous abortions?

• Week 1 - 2

• Week 1 - 4

• Week 1 - 6

• First trimester

What is the maximal cervical dilation before a woman can start pushing during labor?

• 5 cm

• 10 cm

• 15 cm

• 20 cm

What happens during stage 3 of labor?

• The baby exits the birth canal.

• The amniotic sac bursts.

• The cervix dilates to 10 cm.

• The placenta is delivered.

What type of twins result from a single fertilization event?

• Identical twins

• Fraternal twins

How many placentas do typical identical twins have?

• One

• Two