NSG 5003 WEEK 10: REPRODUCTIVE
SYSTEM PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
QUESTRIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTION GUARANTEED SUCCESS.
1. Which hormone is primarily responsible for the surge that triggers ovulation in the female
reproductive cycle?
A. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
B. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
C. Progesterone
D. Estradiol
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A sudden surge in LH levels, triggered by high estrogen levels, is
the primary stimulus for the release of the ovum from the follicle.
2. In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), what is the underlying mechanism for the
development of hirsutism and acne?
A. Excessive production of progesterone
,B. High levels of cortisol
C. Reduced insulin resistance
D. Elevated levels of free androgens
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: PCOS is characterized by hyperandrogenism, where excess
testosterone and other androgens cause male-pattern hair growth and skin issues.
3. Which condition is characterized by the presence of functioning endometrial tissue outside
of the uterine cavity?
A. Adenomyosis
B. Endometritis
C. Endometriosis
D. Leiomyoma
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Endometriosis involves ectopic endometrial tissue that
responds to hormonal cycles, causing inflammation and pain.
4. What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism involved in Benign Prostatic
Hyperplasia (BPH)?
A. Malignant transformation of glandular cells
B. Proliferation of stromal and epithelial cells in the transition zone
, C. Chronic inflammation of the prostatic urethra
D. Atrophy of the peripheral zone due to low testosterone
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: BPH involves non-malignant growth of the prostate, specifically
in the transition zone, leading to urinary obstruction.
5. Which of the following is a significant risk factor for the development of Cervical Cancer?
A. Nulliparity
B. Early menopause
C. Persistent infection with high-risk HPV types 16 and 18
D. Prolonged use of oral contraceptives
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: High-risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV) strains 16 and 18 are
strongly associated with the oncogenic transformation of cervical cells.
6. What is the most common cause of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?
A. Staphylococcus aureus
B. Escherichia coli
C. Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis
D. Gardnerella vaginalis
SYSTEM PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
QUESTRIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTION GUARANTEED SUCCESS.
1. Which hormone is primarily responsible for the surge that triggers ovulation in the female
reproductive cycle?
A. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
B. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
C. Progesterone
D. Estradiol
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A sudden surge in LH levels, triggered by high estrogen levels, is
the primary stimulus for the release of the ovum from the follicle.
2. In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), what is the underlying mechanism for the
development of hirsutism and acne?
A. Excessive production of progesterone
,B. High levels of cortisol
C. Reduced insulin resistance
D. Elevated levels of free androgens
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: PCOS is characterized by hyperandrogenism, where excess
testosterone and other androgens cause male-pattern hair growth and skin issues.
3. Which condition is characterized by the presence of functioning endometrial tissue outside
of the uterine cavity?
A. Adenomyosis
B. Endometritis
C. Endometriosis
D. Leiomyoma
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Endometriosis involves ectopic endometrial tissue that
responds to hormonal cycles, causing inflammation and pain.
4. What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism involved in Benign Prostatic
Hyperplasia (BPH)?
A. Malignant transformation of glandular cells
B. Proliferation of stromal and epithelial cells in the transition zone
, C. Chronic inflammation of the prostatic urethra
D. Atrophy of the peripheral zone due to low testosterone
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: BPH involves non-malignant growth of the prostate, specifically
in the transition zone, leading to urinary obstruction.
5. Which of the following is a significant risk factor for the development of Cervical Cancer?
A. Nulliparity
B. Early menopause
C. Persistent infection with high-risk HPV types 16 and 18
D. Prolonged use of oral contraceptives
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: High-risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV) strains 16 and 18 are
strongly associated with the oncogenic transformation of cervical cells.
6. What is the most common cause of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?
A. Staphylococcus aureus
B. Escherichia coli
C. Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis
D. Gardnerella vaginalis
