42 Questions
Which structure in the female reproductive system thins and dilates during childbirth?
Cervix
What is the function of the uterine tubes in the female reproductive system?
To transport sperm and egg cells to the uterus
Which structure in the female reproductive system releases egg cells?
Ovary
What is the function of the corpus luteum in the female reproductive system?
To produce hormones
Which of the following is a nuclear ER effect of estrogen?
Prevents plaque formation in the vascular system
Which of the following is a membrane ER effect of estrogen?
Stimulates breast growth
Which type of receptor agonist is Estetrol (NEST)?
Nuclear receptor agonist
Which of the following is a clinical use of estrogens?
Maintain thick endometrium
Which of the following is a non-steroidal compound with estrogenic activity?
Bisphenol A
Which estrogen is the primary one used in oral contraceptives?
Ethinyl estradiol
Which estrogen is 50% less potent than ethinyl estradiol?
Mestranol
Which modification in the steroid nucleus usually reduces estrogenic activity?
C-17 hydroxyl
Which type of contraception prevents ovulation and thickens cervical mucus?
Monophasic combination pills
Which type of contraception is not as effective in preventing ovulation?
Progestin-only pill
Which contraceptive method carries a higher risk of thromboembolism?
Monophasic combination pills
Which contraceptive method is associated with breakthrough bleeding?
Progestin-only pill
Which of the following is a characteristic of SERMs?
They increase estrogen receptor activity in some tissues and inhibit it in others
Which of the following is a characteristic of Tamoxifen?
It is an antagonist in the breast
Which of the following is a characteristic of Raloxifene?
It decreases uterine malignancy risk
Which of the following is a characteristic of Clomiphene?
It stimulates estrogen receptor downregulation
Which contraceptive method has a vaginal pH of 3.5-4.5?
PhexxiTM contraceptive vaginal gel
What is the efficacy of PhexxiTM contraceptive vaginal gel with 'typical use'?
86%
Which contraceptive method is nonhormonal?
Paragard
Which contraceptive method is monophasic and releases EE for 9 days?
Xulane
Which contraceptive method has a lower dose and is not recommended for individuals with a BMI >30?
Twirla
Which contraceptive method is a synthetic analog of a natural estrogen synthesized by the fetal liver and present only during pregnancy?
Nextstellis (estetrol/drospirenone)
What hormone is responsible for the positive feedback to gonadotropin release that leads to ovulation?
Luteinizing hormone
What is the function of the corpus luteum during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle?
Inhibit gonadotropins and maintain the endometrium
What hormone prevents regression of the corpus luteum and maintains the secretion of estrogen and progesterone until the placenta takes over?
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)
What is the major secretory product of the ovary?
Estrogen
Which of the following is an advantage of daily use of tadalafil (Cialis)?
Better efficacy than on-demand use
Which drug can cause visual disturbances such as blurry vision and color changes?
Sildenafil
Which drug has PDE11 inhibition and can cause myalgia as a side effect?
Tadalafil (Cialis)
Which drug should be taken on an empty stomach for maximum rate of absorption?
Sildenafil
How many attempts should be allowed before admitting failure?
5-8 attempts
Which drug may cause severe hypotension when used concomitantly with nitrates?
All of the above
Which erectile dysfunction medication has a duration of effect of about 4 hours?
Sildenafil (Viagra)
What is the recommended pre-intercourse dose for Vardenafil (Levitra)?
5-20mg
What is the recommended pre-intercourse dose for Tadalafil (Cialis)?
5-20mg
Which erectile dysfunction medication has a daily dose option of 2.5-5mg?
Tadalafil (Cialis)
What is the recommended pre-intercourse dose for Avanafil (Stendra)?
100-200mg
Which erectile dysfunction medication should be taken 60 minutes before sexual stimulation?
Verdenafil (Levitra)
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