Core Concepts in Health Brief, 9/e

Paul M. Insel, Stanford University, School of Medicine
Walton T. Roth, Stanford University, School of Medicine

Contraception and Abortion

True/False Quiz

Please answer all questions


1	The active ingredients in oral contraceptives are progesterone and testosterone.
		A)	True
		B)	False


2	Pap tests are recommended for women who begin taking oral contraceptives because OCs may temporarily increase a woman's susceptibility to some STDs.
		A)	True
		B)	False


3	Norplant is the most effective reversible contraceptive currently available.
		A)	True
		B)	False


4	Emergency contraception works by inhibiting or delaying ovulation.
		A)	True
		B)	False


5	Spontaneous expulsion of the IUD occurs in about 40% of users.
		A)	True
		B)	False


6	It's okay to keep condoms in a pocket or wallet.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	The surgical risks associated with female and male sterilization are about equal.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	The case of Webster v. Reproductive Health Services legalized abortion.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	The number of abortions performed in the United States has increased steadily since the Roe v. Wade decision.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	Medical abortion can be administered up to 49 days after the last menstrual period.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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