Chapter 4 – Reproductive Health

The method of directly injecting a sperm into ovum in Assisted Reproductive Technology is called:

• a.GIFT
• b.ZIFT
• c.ICSI
• d.ET

Increased IMR and decreased MMR in a population will:

• a.Cause rapid increase in growth rate
• b.Result in decline in growth rate
• c.Not cause significant change in growth rate
• d.Result in an explosive population

Intensely lactating mothers do not generally conceive due to the:

• a.Suppression of gonadotropins
• b.Hyper secretion of gonadotropins
• c.Suppression of gametic transport
• d.Suppression of fertilisation

Sterilisation techniques are generally fool proof methods of contraception with least side effects. Yet, this is the last option for the couples because: i. It is almost irreversible ii. Of the misconception that it will reduce sexual urge iii. It is a surgical procedure iv. Of lack of sufficient facilities in many parts of the country Choose the correct option:

• (a)i and iii
• (b)ii and iii
• (c)ii and iv
• (d)i, ii, iii and iv R NIT II: NIT II: SSTRUCTURAL UEPRODUCTIVE HEALTH TRUCTURAL O ORGANISATION IN P RGANISATION IN PLANTS ANDA LANTS AND ANIMAL NIMALS 25

A national level approach to build up a reproductively healthy society was taken up in our country in:

• a.1950s
• b.1960s
• c.1980s
• d.1990s

Emergency contraceptives are effective if used within:

• a.72 hrs of coitus
• b.72 hrs of ovulation
• c.72 hrs of menstruation
• d.72 hrs of implantation

Choose the right one among the statements given below:

• a.IUDs are generally inserted by the user herself
• b.IUDs increase phagocytosis reaction in the uterus
• c.IUDs suppress gametogenesis
• d.IUDs once inserted need not be replaced

Following statements are given regarding MTP. Choose the correct options given below: i. MTPs are generally advised during first trimester ii. MTPs are used as a contraceptive method iii. MTPs are always surgical iv. MTPs require the assistance of qualified medical personnel

• (a)ii and iii
• (b)ii and iii
• (c)i and iv
• (d)i and ii

From the sexually transmitted diseases mentioned below, identify the one which does not specifically affect the sex organs:

• a.Syphilis
• b.AIDS
• c.Gonorrhea
• d.Genital warts

Condoms are one of the most popular contraceptives becuase of the following reasons:

• a.These are effective barriers for insemination
• b.They do not interfere with coital act
• c.These help in reducing the risk of STDs
• d.All of the above

Choose the correct statement regarding the ZIFT procedure:

• a.Ova collected from a female donor are transferred to the fallopian tube to facilitate zygote formation.
• b.Zygote is collected from a female donor and transferred to the fallopian tube
• c.Zygote is collected from a female donor and transferred to the uterus
• d.Ova collected from a female donor and transferrerd to the uterus

The correct surgical procedure as a contraceptive method is:

• a.Ovariectomy
• b.Hysterectomy
• c.Vasectomy
• d.Castration

Diaphragms are contraceptive devices used by the females. Choose the correct option from the statements given below: i. They are introduced into the uterus ii. They are placed to cover the cervical region iii. They act as physical barriers for sperm entry iv. They act as spermicidal agents

• (a)i and ii,
• (b)i and iii,
• (c)ii and iii,
• (d)iii & iv