Infertility Assessment and Diagnostic Testing

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What type of data is included in the infertility assessment?

Diagnostic tests for systemic diseases only

Only physical examination for the male partner

Only medical history for the female partner

Physical examination and health histories for both partners (correct)

What is the purpose of the diagnostic testing?

To determine the cause of infertility

To provide anxiety and stress relief

To assess the cost of treatment

To rule out systemic diseases (correct)

What is a potential downside of the diagnostic testing?

It always provides favorable results

It is only necessary for the female partner

It is always less expensive for the male partner

It can be expensive and may not be covered by insurance (correct)

When should the male partner be tested first?

If there is a reason to suspect the man is infertile or sterile Signup and view all the answers

What is included in male infertility testing?

Semen analysis and endocrine imbalance testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of female infertility testing?

To assess the ovulation process and function of the reproductive organs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an endometrial biopsy?

To confirm ovulation and endometrial cyclic changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hysterosalpingography and hysterography?

To assess the position and alignment of the reproductive organs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential systemic disease that the diagnostic testing aims to rule out?

Cardiovascular diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for conducting the diagnostic testing?

To prepare a treatment plan for infertility Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Huhner's test in male and female interaction studies?

To examine cervical mucus for motile sperm cells after intercourse Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible medical management approach for infertility caused by hormonal imbalances?

Administering progesterone by injection or vaginal gel/jelly Signup and view all the answers

What technique involves the removal of mature oocytes from a woman's ovarian follicles followed by fertilization with the partner's sperm in a Petri dish?

In vitro fertilization (IVF) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of using drugs like clomiphene citrate and bromocriptine to induce ovulation?

Increased risk for multiple births Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential solution for poor cervical mucus resulting from chronic cervicitis or inadequate estrogenic stimulation?

Cauterization of the cervix and administration of estrogens Signup and view all the answers

What is a common emotional response experienced by couples during infertility testing and treatment?

Feelings of anger, frustration, sadness, and helplessness Signup and view all the answers

What may be a reason for shame and guilt related to infertility treatment?

The involvement of other people in such an intimate area of a relationship Signup and view all the answers

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