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The Vagina

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What is the function of the vagina?

To produce uterine secretions
To aid in the digestion process
To store the fetus during pregnancy
To act as a passageway for the menstrual flow (correct)

What is the role of the cervix during childbirth?

To prevent the fetus from entering the birth canal prematurely
To dilate and accommodate the passage of the fetus (correct)
To produce hormones necessary for labor
To initiate the process of labor

What are the divisions of the uterus?

The cervix, the isthmus, and the corpus (correct)
The upper, middle, and lower uterus
The endometrium, myometrium, and perimetrium
The anterior, posterior, and lateral uterus

What is the size of the uterus?

7.5 cm long, 5 cm wide, and 2.5 cm thick (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the vagina?

Between the bladder and rectum (A) Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the functional layer of the uterine wall shed and discard with the menstrual flow?

Menstrual phase (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of endometrial regeneration after each menses?

Decidua basalis (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone controls the proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle?

Estrogen (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate increase in thickness of the endometrium during the proliferative phase?

2-3 mm (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the menstrual cycle is characterized by elongation of the spiral arteries and an increase in the number and length of glands in the endometrium?

Proliferative phase (A) Signup and view all the answers

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