Women's Health Nursing Week 17 Quiz

Females typically start puberty around the age of 8, with various developmental milestones like breast growth (thelarche), pubic hair growth (adrenarche), body growth, first menstruation (menarche), and underarm hair growth occurring at different ages.

Males usually start puberty between the ages of 10 and 14 (typically around 11-12), experiencing changes like scrotum/testis growth, penis lengthening, hair growth (pubic, facial, underarm), body shape changes, and growth spurts.

The initial development of breast tissue in females, often marked by small lumps or bumps under the nipples.

The start of adrenal gland activity, causing increased production of androgens, which in turn triggers pubic and underarm hair growth, and acne development in both males and females.

The first menstrual period in a female, typically occurring between ages 10 and 16 ½.

The hormone that drives the development of male reproductive organs, muscles, bones, facial/pubic hair growth, and deeper voice.

The vagina maintains a slightly acidic environment to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.

The collective term for the external organs of the female reproductive system.

The vulva includes the mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and Bartholin's glands.

These glands produce fluid to lubricate the vagina during sexual activity to reduce friction.

Breasts consist of mammary glands and connective tissue.

Breasts produce milk after childbirth, stimulated by prolactin.

The scrotum is a pouch that holds the testicles and epididymis.

The stage of development where individuals reach reproductive maturity and develop adult features.

The first menstrual period.

The end of a woman's reproductive years.

The period leading up to menopause.

Female reproductive organs that produce eggs (ova) and female hormones.

A female reproductive cell (egg).

The hollow, pear-shaped organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops.

Tubes connecting the ovaries to the uterus, where fertilization occurs.

The muscular canal extending from the cervix to the exterior of the body.

Finger-like projections at the end of fallopian tubes, pulling the ovum into the fallopian tube.

The inner lining of the uterus, which thickens in preparation for a fertilized egg.

The involuntary contraction of scrotal tissue that moves the testicles closer to the body to maintain optimal sperm temperature.

The penis contains the urethra, filling with blood during arousal to allow for intercourse.

The oval-shaped testes are located in the scrotum and contain seminiferous tubes where sperm are produced.

Mature sperm are stored in the epididymis, a long, coiled tube beside the testicle.

Sperm consist of a head (genetic material), midpiece (energy), and tail (movement).

Sperm carry either an X or Y chromosome, influencing the baby's sex, while all ova carry an X chromosome.

Muscular tubes carrying sperm from the epididymis to the seminal vesicles.

Produce alkaline fluid that mixes with sperm to form semen.

Secretes alkaline fluid that helps neutralize the acidity of the vagina, protecting sperm.

Produce a mucous-alkaline secretion that helps lubricate the urethra before ejaculation.

Testosterone is the hormone responsible for male reproductive development, muscle/bone growth, and secondary sexual characteristics.

Adrenaline is a hormone that prepares the body for stress or emergency situations, increasing heart rate and blood flow.

Testosterone is a hormone that drives male physical changes, like muscle growth and hair.

Estrogen is a hormone that controls female secondary sex characteristics and the menstrual cycle.

Growth of the scrotum and testes is typically the first visible sign of male puberty.

Ovaries produce ova (eggs) and hormones.

Bartholin's glands secrete fluid to lubricate the vagina.

Female puberty typically begins between 10 and 12 years old.

Fallopian tubes move the ovum towards the uterus.

The myometrium layer of the uterus is responsible for contractions during childbirth.

The epididymis stores mature sperm.

Prolactin stimulates milk production in the breasts.

Menarche is the term for the first menstrual cycle.