BIOL Week 11 & 14 Study Questions - 2026-2027 | Biology Practice Guide
Which of the following is a primary prevention measure for Calcium supplementation
a 76-year-old man newly diagnosed with a testosterone
deficiency?
Which of the following is an example of secondary Yearly mammogram
prevention in a 50-year-old woman?
Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention Hemodialysis 4 days a week
in a patient with chronic renal failure?
Immunizations are an example of which type of Primary
prevention?
Prevalence is the number of new cases of a particular False
disease
The number of cases of a particular disease for the past 5 False
years is an example of the incidence rate.
"There are 1,185,000 cases of HIV/AIDS in the United True
States" is an example of the morbidity rate.
Endemic is the term used when the presence of an event True
is constant.
The "bird" flu of 2005 to 2006 is considered a sporadic False
outbreak.
A pandemic affects many communities in a short period of True
time.
A male client asks the nurse about the purpose of the provides a milky alkaline substance that neutralizes the acidity of the male urethra
prostate gland. The nurse should respond that it is a and the female vagina.
structure that:
A 50-year-old male client has had a prostate-specific 3.0 to 4 ng/mL.
antigen test. The nurse realizes that the normal range for
this test would be:
A male client, having difficulty voiding, tells the nurse that corpus spongiosum.
he thinks something is wrong with his penis. The nurse
reviews the structures of the penis with the client and
explains that the structure that surrounds the urethra is
the:
The nurse is preparing to discuss the male reproductive Frequent erectile functioning and increased libido
system with a group of adolescent school students. Which
of the following would the nurse not include as a primary
function of the male reproductive system?
, BIOL Week 11 & 14 Study Questions - 2026-2027 | Biology Practice Guide
A male client is diagnosed as being infertile. The nurse Seminiferous tubules
realizes which of the following structures of the clients
reproductive system is affected?
The nurse, preparing to discuss the female reproductive Sensory innervation
system with a group of adolescent females, would include
that which of the following is not a primary function of the
female reproductive system?
A young adult female client is concerned that she does not 300,000.
have enough eggs since she has not yet become
pregnant. The nurse should assure her that the number of
ova available to produce a pregnancy would be around:
During a gynecological exam, it is noted that a clients os is borne children.
in the shape of a slit. The nurse realizes that this shape
means that the client has:
The nurse, reviewing the reproductive hormones needed Prolactin
to produce sperm and ova, realizes that which of the
following hormones is not involved in the formation of
sperm and ova?
During the examination of the male testes, the nurse monthly testicular self-examinations.
should instruct the client on:
A male client has a prostate specific antigen level of 22 bone scan
nanograms. The nurse realizes that this client will most
likely be scheduled for a(n):
A female clients Pap test revealed atypical results. The colposcopy.
nurse realizes that this client will most likely be scheduled
for a(n):
A female client has an infection of the paraurethral glands. These glands function like the prostate gland in the male. These glands secrete
When asked by the client what these glands do, the nurse mucus. These glands are located inside the urethra.
should respond:
The nurse is instructing a postmenopausal client in the Total cholesterol increases Low-density lipoprotein increases Triglycerides increase
importance of having serum lipid levels analyzed because High-density lipoprotein decreases
after menopause, which of the following changes can
occur?
The nurse is reviewing the physiological sexual response Resolution, orgasm, plateau, excitement
pattern within males and females and realizes that which
of the following occur in both genders?
A female client is concerned that she has not had sexual Chronic illnesses. Physical disabilities. Negative body image. Medications. Surgical
intercourse with her husband for over 2 months. Which of procedures.
the following can the nurse respond as causes for an
alteration in sexual functioning?
The nurse is concerned that a female client might be In the last year have you been hit, slapped, or physically hurt by someone? Within
experiencing intimate partner violence. Which of the the last year has someone made you do something sexual that you did not want to
following assessment questions can be used to gain more do? Are you afraid of your partner or anyone else?
information from the client?
A client who has just given birth is planning on Prolactin
breastfeeding the baby. The nurse realizes that which of
the following hormones influences breast milk secretion?
, BIOL Week 11 & 14 Study Questions - 2026-2027 | Biology Practice Guide
The nurse is instructing a female client about breast self- An inverted nipple is not a cause for alarm.
examination. Which of the following instructions would not
be correct for the nurse to provide?
A client who has been breastfeeding a newborn for the last mastitis.
3 months is experiencing an inflammation of the breast.
The nurse realizes this client is experiencing:
During the examination of a female clients breasts, the Symmetrical nipples
nurse determines that which of the following assessment
findings would be normal?
The nurse is instructing a female client on the importance can detect masses before they become palpable.
of having routine mammograms because mammograms:
The nurse is instructing a female client on what should be Call her physician and immediately schedule an appointment.
done if a lump is discovered while performing breast self-
examination (BSE). What should the nurse instruct the
client to do?
The nurse determines that a female client has a lower risk Breastfeeding
for developing breast cancer when which of the following is
assessed?
The nurse should instruct the client that when performing a Upper outer quadrant of the breast to the axilla
breast self-examination, pay particular attention to which of
the following areas since the greatest number of
malignancies are found in this breast area?
The nurse should instruct a client, diagnosed with Decrease the intake of caffeine.
mastalgia, to do which of the following?
A female client tells the nurse that she is planning on Body dysmorphic disorder
having plastic surgery to correct a minor facial defect and
then have her breasts done. The nurse would identify
which of the following nursing diagnoses as being
appropriate for this client?
The nurse is determining if a female client is at risk for Caffeine use
benign breast disease. Which of the following is a risk
factor for this disorder?
A client is scheduled for a prophylactic mastectomy. The reconstruction.
nurse should remind the client that skin flaps will be left
after the surgery for:
When instructing a client on breast self-examination, the Contour and symmetry of the breasts. Skin changes. Position of the nipples.
nurse reviews the importance of visual inspection of the Presence or absence of masses.
breasts. Which of the following should the nurse instruct
the client to focus on when doing this part of the
examination?
The nurse is preparing to assess a clients nipples during a Bleeding, discharge, fissures
breast examination. Which of the following are considered
pathological conditions that affect the nipple?
Which of the following should the nurse do if a female Note the color of the discharge. Determine if the discharge is from one or both
client is experiencing nipple discharge? breasts. Obtain a sample of the discharge with a sterile cotton-tipped swab. Assess
the nipple drainage for occult blood
Which of the following is a primary prevention measure for Calcium supplementation
a 76-year-old man newly diagnosed with a testosterone
deficiency?
Which of the following is an example of secondary Yearly mammogram
prevention in a 50-year-old woman?
Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention Hemodialysis 4 days a week
in a patient with chronic renal failure?
Immunizations are an example of which type of Primary
prevention?
Prevalence is the number of new cases of a particular False
disease
The number of cases of a particular disease for the past 5 False
years is an example of the incidence rate.
"There are 1,185,000 cases of HIV/AIDS in the United True
States" is an example of the morbidity rate.
Endemic is the term used when the presence of an event True
is constant.
The "bird" flu of 2005 to 2006 is considered a sporadic False
outbreak.
A pandemic affects many communities in a short period of True
time.
A male client asks the nurse about the purpose of the provides a milky alkaline substance that neutralizes the acidity of the male urethra
prostate gland. The nurse should respond that it is a and the female vagina.
structure that:
A 50-year-old male client has had a prostate-specific 3.0 to 4 ng/mL.
antigen test. The nurse realizes that the normal range for
this test would be:
A male client, having difficulty voiding, tells the nurse that corpus spongiosum.
he thinks something is wrong with his penis. The nurse
reviews the structures of the penis with the client and
explains that the structure that surrounds the urethra is
the:
The nurse is preparing to discuss the male reproductive Frequent erectile functioning and increased libido
system with a group of adolescent school students. Which
of the following would the nurse not include as a primary
function of the male reproductive system?
, BIOL Week 11 & 14 Study Questions - 2026-2027 | Biology Practice Guide
A male client is diagnosed as being infertile. The nurse Seminiferous tubules
realizes which of the following structures of the clients
reproductive system is affected?
The nurse, preparing to discuss the female reproductive Sensory innervation
system with a group of adolescent females, would include
that which of the following is not a primary function of the
female reproductive system?
A young adult female client is concerned that she does not 300,000.
have enough eggs since she has not yet become
pregnant. The nurse should assure her that the number of
ova available to produce a pregnancy would be around:
During a gynecological exam, it is noted that a clients os is borne children.
in the shape of a slit. The nurse realizes that this shape
means that the client has:
The nurse, reviewing the reproductive hormones needed Prolactin
to produce sperm and ova, realizes that which of the
following hormones is not involved in the formation of
sperm and ova?
During the examination of the male testes, the nurse monthly testicular self-examinations.
should instruct the client on:
A male client has a prostate specific antigen level of 22 bone scan
nanograms. The nurse realizes that this client will most
likely be scheduled for a(n):
A female clients Pap test revealed atypical results. The colposcopy.
nurse realizes that this client will most likely be scheduled
for a(n):
A female client has an infection of the paraurethral glands. These glands function like the prostate gland in the male. These glands secrete
When asked by the client what these glands do, the nurse mucus. These glands are located inside the urethra.
should respond:
The nurse is instructing a postmenopausal client in the Total cholesterol increases Low-density lipoprotein increases Triglycerides increase
importance of having serum lipid levels analyzed because High-density lipoprotein decreases
after menopause, which of the following changes can
occur?
The nurse is reviewing the physiological sexual response Resolution, orgasm, plateau, excitement
pattern within males and females and realizes that which
of the following occur in both genders?
A female client is concerned that she has not had sexual Chronic illnesses. Physical disabilities. Negative body image. Medications. Surgical
intercourse with her husband for over 2 months. Which of procedures.
the following can the nurse respond as causes for an
alteration in sexual functioning?
The nurse is concerned that a female client might be In the last year have you been hit, slapped, or physically hurt by someone? Within
experiencing intimate partner violence. Which of the the last year has someone made you do something sexual that you did not want to
following assessment questions can be used to gain more do? Are you afraid of your partner or anyone else?
information from the client?
A client who has just given birth is planning on Prolactin
breastfeeding the baby. The nurse realizes that which of
the following hormones influences breast milk secretion?
, BIOL Week 11 & 14 Study Questions - 2026-2027 | Biology Practice Guide
The nurse is instructing a female client about breast self- An inverted nipple is not a cause for alarm.
examination. Which of the following instructions would not
be correct for the nurse to provide?
A client who has been breastfeeding a newborn for the last mastitis.
3 months is experiencing an inflammation of the breast.
The nurse realizes this client is experiencing:
During the examination of a female clients breasts, the Symmetrical nipples
nurse determines that which of the following assessment
findings would be normal?
The nurse is instructing a female client on the importance can detect masses before they become palpable.
of having routine mammograms because mammograms:
The nurse is instructing a female client on what should be Call her physician and immediately schedule an appointment.
done if a lump is discovered while performing breast self-
examination (BSE). What should the nurse instruct the
client to do?
The nurse determines that a female client has a lower risk Breastfeeding
for developing breast cancer when which of the following is
assessed?
The nurse should instruct the client that when performing a Upper outer quadrant of the breast to the axilla
breast self-examination, pay particular attention to which of
the following areas since the greatest number of
malignancies are found in this breast area?
The nurse should instruct a client, diagnosed with Decrease the intake of caffeine.
mastalgia, to do which of the following?
A female client tells the nurse that she is planning on Body dysmorphic disorder
having plastic surgery to correct a minor facial defect and
then have her breasts done. The nurse would identify
which of the following nursing diagnoses as being
appropriate for this client?
The nurse is determining if a female client is at risk for Caffeine use
benign breast disease. Which of the following is a risk
factor for this disorder?
A client is scheduled for a prophylactic mastectomy. The reconstruction.
nurse should remind the client that skin flaps will be left
after the surgery for:
When instructing a client on breast self-examination, the Contour and symmetry of the breasts. Skin changes. Position of the nipples.
nurse reviews the importance of visual inspection of the Presence or absence of masses.
breasts. Which of the following should the nurse instruct
the client to focus on when doing this part of the
examination?
The nurse is preparing to assess a clients nipples during a Bleeding, discharge, fissures
breast examination. Which of the following are considered
pathological conditions that affect the nipple?
Which of the following should the nurse do if a female Note the color of the discharge. Determine if the discharge is from one or both
client is experiencing nipple discharge? breasts. Obtain a sample of the discharge with a sterile cotton-tipped swab. Assess
the nipple drainage for occult blood
