WGU D115 Unit 4()Questions And Answers (Latest Update)

How many months of unprotected intercourse with the same partner with an inability to conceive would be considered infertility? - ANSWERInfertility is defined as the inability to conceive after 12 months of unprotected intercourse with the same partner. A student is learning about pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Which information about PID is correct? An episode of mild PID can decrease the possibility of a successful pregnancy by 80%. PID has not been associated with an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy. Contracting this infection increases the risk of cervical cancer. This inflammation results in permanent changes to the ciliated epithelium of the fallopian tubes. - ANSWERPID results in permanent changes to the ciliated epithelium of the fallopian tubes. The two students have clarified the information on PID. Which factor increases the risk for ovarian cancer after the age of 40 years? Prolonged lactation Multiple pregnancies Oral contraceptive use Never having children - ANSWERNever having children Interruption of ovulatory cycles appears to have a protective function against developing ovarian cancer. This can be achieved with pregnancy, lactation, or use of oral contraceptives. Why is it advised to have children before 35 - ANSWEREgg quality and sperm quality and motility decline with age. A healthcare professional is educating a community men's group on symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which pathophysiological condition causes most of the symptoms of BPH? Obstruction of the urethra Compression of the urethra Infection of the prostate Ischemia of the urethra - ANSWERThe prostate grows and compresses the urethra, causing most of the symptoms of BPH. Which unique factor causes adolescent girls to be at high risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? The position of susceptible cells on the adolescent cervix is different than in older women. They are in an experimental phase and believe they are resistant to developing STIs.