Human Sexual Response Cycle

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What phase of the sexual response cycle involves the body slowly returning to its normal level of functioning?

Resolution phase (correct)

Plateau phase

Excitement phase

Orgasm phase

In men, what results in the ejaculation of semen?

Swelling of body parts

Enhanced intimacy

Rhythmic contractions of the muscles at the base of the penis (correct)

Sex flush over the entire body

Which phase is marked by a general sense of well-being, enhanced intimacy, and often fatigue?

Orgasm phase

Resolution phase (correct)

Excitement phase

Plateau phase

What is the psychological counterpart of the plateau phase during the sexual response cycle?

Sensation Signup and view all the answers

What are women capable of after reaching orgasm and with further sexual stimulation?

Rapid return to orgasm phase Signup and view all the answers

In men, what is the recovery time called after orgasm during which they cannot reach orgasm again?

Refractory period Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the plateau phase of the sexual response cycle?

The woman's clitoris becomes highly sensitive and retracts under the clitoral hood. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the orgasm phase of the sexual response cycle?

There is a sudden, forceful release of sexual tension. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the resolution phase of the sexual response cycle?

Muscle spasms in the feet, face, and hands cease. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes muscle contractions during orgasm?

Muscles in the feet spasm. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the orgasm phase?

The man's testicles tighten. Signup and view all the answers

What marks the climax of the sexual response cycle?

Sudden release of sexual tension Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of the plateau phase?

Muscle tension increases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a typical feature of the orgasm phase?

Involuntary muscle contractions occur Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the resolution phase?

Sexual tension is released Signup and view all the answers

What occurs in the muscles during orgasm?

Muscles contract involuntarily Signup and view all the answers

How does the body release sexual tension during the resolution phase?

By relaxing muscle tension Signup and view all the answers

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