APEA Women's Health Final Exam Prep 2026/2027 |
Questions & Correct Answers | Graded A+
1. What is the expected change in diastolic blood pressure for a pregnant
female at 22 weeks' gestation?
No change
2-8 mm increase
5-15 mm increase
10-20 mm decrease
2. Sofia has arrived to your unit for a labor evaluation. She is 37 weeks pregnant
and has been complaining of excessive fatigue. Which of the following is a
normal physiologic response to the expanding blood volume during
pregnancy?
Red blood cell (RBC) production decreases to accommodate the
expanding blood volume.
Hemodilution will cause an increase in the pre-pregnancy hemoglobin
levels.
White blood cell (WBC) production increases to promote fetal
protection.
Red blood cell (RBC) production increases to accommodate the
expanding blood volume.
3. Discuss how having multiple sexual partners can influence the risk of
developing cervical cancer.
Having multiple sexual partners decreases the risk of cervical cancer
due to increased health screenings.
Having multiple sexual partners has no effect on cervical cancer risk.
, Having multiple sexual partners only affects breast cancer risk.
Having multiple sexual partners increases the likelihood of
exposure to HPV, which is a significant risk factor for cervical
cancer.
4. Describe how the altered esophageal sphincter during pregnancy
contributes to dyspepsia.
The altered esophageal sphincter can lead to reflux and heartburn,
causing dyspepsia.
The altered esophageal sphincter has no effect on digestive
processes.
The altered esophageal sphincter prevents food from entering the
stomach.
The altered esophageal sphincter increases gastric emptying,
reducing dyspepsia.
5. Which statement accurately describes striae gravidarum?
"These fade to silvery lines but do not disappear."
"This is a rash."
"This is the mask of pregnancy."
"These are spider veins."
6. If a pregnant patient presents with dyspepsia, which intervention would be
most appropriate to address the altered esophageal sphincter?
Recommending dietary modifications to reduce reflux
Prescribing antacids without dietary changes
Ignoring the symptoms as normal pregnancy discomfort
, Suggesting increased physical activity immediately after meals
7. If a pregnant woman reports feeling less pressure in her upper abdomen and
increased pelvic pressure in the last month of her pregnancy, what
physiological change is likely occurring?
Cervical dilation
Amniotic fluid rupture
Lightening
Braxton Hicks contractions
8. What term describes the dilution of blood components due to increased
blood volume during pregnancy?
Hemoconcentration
Hypervolemia
Hypovolemia
Hemodilution
9. Describe the mechanism by which Zestra is believed to improve desire and
arousal in women.
Zestra is believed to improve desire and arousal by enhancing
blood flow and sensitivity through its botanical ingredients.
Zestra is a hormonal treatment that alters the menstrual cycle.
Zestra works by increasing hormone levels in the body.
Zestra acts as a lubricant to reduce friction during intercourse.
10. Discuss the significance of age in the diagnosis of cervical cancer and its
implications for screening recommendations.
, Cervical cancer is equally diagnosed in all age groups, indicating that
screening should be universal.
Cervical cancer is primarily diagnosed in women over age 40,
necessitating late-life screening.
Most cervical cancer cases are diagnosed in women under age 20,
suggesting that screening should start at a younger age.
Most cervical cancer cases are diagnosed in women over age 25,
highlighting the need for targeted screening in this age group.
11. How many years does it take for CIS of the cervix to become invasive
carcinoma:
10
15
2
30
12. Describe how the transition to motherhood can impact a woman's mental
health.
The transition to motherhood is primarily a joyful experience without
challenges.
The transition to motherhood has no significant impact on mental
health.
The transition to motherhood only affects physical health.
The transition to motherhood can lead to increased emotional
sensitivity and potential mood swings due to hormonal changes.
13. A 16-year-old female comes to the adolescent clinic with her mother's
consent. The teen reports that she has recently become sexually active with
Questions & Correct Answers | Graded A+
1. What is the expected change in diastolic blood pressure for a pregnant
female at 22 weeks' gestation?
No change
2-8 mm increase
5-15 mm increase
10-20 mm decrease
2. Sofia has arrived to your unit for a labor evaluation. She is 37 weeks pregnant
and has been complaining of excessive fatigue. Which of the following is a
normal physiologic response to the expanding blood volume during
pregnancy?
Red blood cell (RBC) production decreases to accommodate the
expanding blood volume.
Hemodilution will cause an increase in the pre-pregnancy hemoglobin
levels.
White blood cell (WBC) production increases to promote fetal
protection.
Red blood cell (RBC) production increases to accommodate the
expanding blood volume.
3. Discuss how having multiple sexual partners can influence the risk of
developing cervical cancer.
Having multiple sexual partners decreases the risk of cervical cancer
due to increased health screenings.
Having multiple sexual partners has no effect on cervical cancer risk.
, Having multiple sexual partners only affects breast cancer risk.
Having multiple sexual partners increases the likelihood of
exposure to HPV, which is a significant risk factor for cervical
cancer.
4. Describe how the altered esophageal sphincter during pregnancy
contributes to dyspepsia.
The altered esophageal sphincter can lead to reflux and heartburn,
causing dyspepsia.
The altered esophageal sphincter has no effect on digestive
processes.
The altered esophageal sphincter prevents food from entering the
stomach.
The altered esophageal sphincter increases gastric emptying,
reducing dyspepsia.
5. Which statement accurately describes striae gravidarum?
"These fade to silvery lines but do not disappear."
"This is a rash."
"This is the mask of pregnancy."
"These are spider veins."
6. If a pregnant patient presents with dyspepsia, which intervention would be
most appropriate to address the altered esophageal sphincter?
Recommending dietary modifications to reduce reflux
Prescribing antacids without dietary changes
Ignoring the symptoms as normal pregnancy discomfort
, Suggesting increased physical activity immediately after meals
7. If a pregnant woman reports feeling less pressure in her upper abdomen and
increased pelvic pressure in the last month of her pregnancy, what
physiological change is likely occurring?
Cervical dilation
Amniotic fluid rupture
Lightening
Braxton Hicks contractions
8. What term describes the dilution of blood components due to increased
blood volume during pregnancy?
Hemoconcentration
Hypervolemia
Hypovolemia
Hemodilution
9. Describe the mechanism by which Zestra is believed to improve desire and
arousal in women.
Zestra is believed to improve desire and arousal by enhancing
blood flow and sensitivity through its botanical ingredients.
Zestra is a hormonal treatment that alters the menstrual cycle.
Zestra works by increasing hormone levels in the body.
Zestra acts as a lubricant to reduce friction during intercourse.
10. Discuss the significance of age in the diagnosis of cervical cancer and its
implications for screening recommendations.
, Cervical cancer is equally diagnosed in all age groups, indicating that
screening should be universal.
Cervical cancer is primarily diagnosed in women over age 40,
necessitating late-life screening.
Most cervical cancer cases are diagnosed in women under age 20,
suggesting that screening should start at a younger age.
Most cervical cancer cases are diagnosed in women over age 25,
highlighting the need for targeted screening in this age group.
11. How many years does it take for CIS of the cervix to become invasive
carcinoma:
10
15
2
30
12. Describe how the transition to motherhood can impact a woman's mental
health.
The transition to motherhood is primarily a joyful experience without
challenges.
The transition to motherhood has no significant impact on mental
health.
The transition to motherhood only affects physical health.
The transition to motherhood can lead to increased emotional
sensitivity and potential mood swings due to hormonal changes.
13. A 16-year-old female comes to the adolescent clinic with her mother's
consent. The teen reports that she has recently become sexually active with
