QUIZ QUESTIONS PCOS EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Which of the following statements best describes the difference between inequality and
inequity? - ANSWER-an inequality means there is a difference in experience or
outcome when comparing one or more populations. An inequity means those
differences are attributable to systematic disadvantages that are not inevitable and are
unfair
In which reading does the author tell us that most medical schools offer 5 hours or less
of LGB-specific education and little to no trans-specific education, and are often hostile
places for LGBTQ students? - ANSWER-How Medical Schools Are Failing the LGBTQ
Community
Dominic is a queer person whose sex assigned at birth is male. Dominic uses they
pronouns and identifies as non-binary. Their gender expression is masculine, and they
often wear a suit and tie. According to the information at hand, which of the following
best describes Dominic:
bisexual
intersex
cisgender man
none of the above - ANSWER-none of the above
Riley was assigned female at birth and raised as a girl. During puberty, Riley's breasts
developed but she visited her primary care physician because she was not quite sure
why she had yet to menstruate. During this doctor visit it was determined that Riley was
born intersex. Blood tests and internal investigation of her internal organs showed that
Riley was born with XY chromosomes, testes, a clitoris, the lower part of the vagina but
no uterus. Which of the following conditions most likely explains Riley's anatomical
development? - ANSWER-androgen insensitivity syndrome
In the "Purportedly Gendered Body Parts" article, Dean Spade argues that the following
language should be used to dispel myths that body parts make us who we are:
pregnant people
internal reproductive organs
people who are menstruating
all of the above - ANSWER-all of the above
As explained within week 4, which of the following statements are true regarding
intersex individuals?
Intersex traits are about as common as having red hair
Intersex is medicalized
, Intersex individuals may have variations in their chromosomes, gonads, or genitalia
all of these - ANSWER-all of these
Thandie was having sex with her partner and the sexual stimulation felt so good to her
that she squirted liquid when she orgasmed. Which of the following statements best
describes Thandie's experience of "female ejaculation"? - ANSWER-A substance that
scientists have yet to determine the chemical composition of was expelled from the
Skene's glands
Erica is a Black lesbian who was recently diagnosed with early stage breast cancer. Her
straight, white friend, Jennifer, was also recently diagnosed with the same type of early
stage breast cancer. What disparity or disparities mean that Jennifer is more likely to
recover?
A. Black women receive less follow-up treatment than white women
B. Lesbians are less likely to have access to employer-provided health insurance, face
a greater social stigma than heterosexual women, and the healthcare system as a
whole lacks LGBTQ+ cultural competence.
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above. Jennifer and Erica have equal chances of recovery. - ANSWER-
C
What are some ways that Black doulas like Latona Giwa help to make pregnancy and
childbirth safer for Black mothers?
A. Interrupting racism of medical personnel
B. Because they are paid much more than white doulas, donating money to local
hospitals
C. Providing postpartum care and support
D. Offering continuity of care during pregnancy and childbirth
E. A, C, and D - ANSWER-E
According to Sen & Östlin in "Gender inequity in health: why it exists and how we can
change it", which of the following is NOT a gendered determinant of health:
Norms around masculinity that praise violence as inherent to the gender system
Restrictions on physical mobility, sexuality and reproductive capacity which is perceived
as natural
Genetic distinctions found in XX and XY genotypes
Unequal burden for domestic work and care work that goes unpaid
Legal frameworks that unequally distribute resources such as land, access to social
services and education - ANSWER-Genetic distinctions found in XX and XY genotypes
When Sammy told their primary care provider that they were interested in using
hormones for the purpose of transfeminine gender transition, their physician prescribed
a regimen of spironolactone, medroxyprogesterone (Provera), and 17-beta estradiol
(bioidentical estrogen). What follow-up advice will Sammy's doctor, who is an expert in
transgender health, NOT give to Sammy?
A)Your skin will probably become less oily and thinner
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Which of the following statements best describes the difference between inequality and
inequity? - ANSWER-an inequality means there is a difference in experience or
outcome when comparing one or more populations. An inequity means those
differences are attributable to systematic disadvantages that are not inevitable and are
unfair
In which reading does the author tell us that most medical schools offer 5 hours or less
of LGB-specific education and little to no trans-specific education, and are often hostile
places for LGBTQ students? - ANSWER-How Medical Schools Are Failing the LGBTQ
Community
Dominic is a queer person whose sex assigned at birth is male. Dominic uses they
pronouns and identifies as non-binary. Their gender expression is masculine, and they
often wear a suit and tie. According to the information at hand, which of the following
best describes Dominic:
bisexual
intersex
cisgender man
none of the above - ANSWER-none of the above
Riley was assigned female at birth and raised as a girl. During puberty, Riley's breasts
developed but she visited her primary care physician because she was not quite sure
why she had yet to menstruate. During this doctor visit it was determined that Riley was
born intersex. Blood tests and internal investigation of her internal organs showed that
Riley was born with XY chromosomes, testes, a clitoris, the lower part of the vagina but
no uterus. Which of the following conditions most likely explains Riley's anatomical
development? - ANSWER-androgen insensitivity syndrome
In the "Purportedly Gendered Body Parts" article, Dean Spade argues that the following
language should be used to dispel myths that body parts make us who we are:
pregnant people
internal reproductive organs
people who are menstruating
all of the above - ANSWER-all of the above
As explained within week 4, which of the following statements are true regarding
intersex individuals?
Intersex traits are about as common as having red hair
Intersex is medicalized
, Intersex individuals may have variations in their chromosomes, gonads, or genitalia
all of these - ANSWER-all of these
Thandie was having sex with her partner and the sexual stimulation felt so good to her
that she squirted liquid when she orgasmed. Which of the following statements best
describes Thandie's experience of "female ejaculation"? - ANSWER-A substance that
scientists have yet to determine the chemical composition of was expelled from the
Skene's glands
Erica is a Black lesbian who was recently diagnosed with early stage breast cancer. Her
straight, white friend, Jennifer, was also recently diagnosed with the same type of early
stage breast cancer. What disparity or disparities mean that Jennifer is more likely to
recover?
A. Black women receive less follow-up treatment than white women
B. Lesbians are less likely to have access to employer-provided health insurance, face
a greater social stigma than heterosexual women, and the healthcare system as a
whole lacks LGBTQ+ cultural competence.
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above. Jennifer and Erica have equal chances of recovery. - ANSWER-
C
What are some ways that Black doulas like Latona Giwa help to make pregnancy and
childbirth safer for Black mothers?
A. Interrupting racism of medical personnel
B. Because they are paid much more than white doulas, donating money to local
hospitals
C. Providing postpartum care and support
D. Offering continuity of care during pregnancy and childbirth
E. A, C, and D - ANSWER-E
According to Sen & Östlin in "Gender inequity in health: why it exists and how we can
change it", which of the following is NOT a gendered determinant of health:
Norms around masculinity that praise violence as inherent to the gender system
Restrictions on physical mobility, sexuality and reproductive capacity which is perceived
as natural
Genetic distinctions found in XX and XY genotypes
Unequal burden for domestic work and care work that goes unpaid
Legal frameworks that unequally distribute resources such as land, access to social
services and education - ANSWER-Genetic distinctions found in XX and XY genotypes
When Sammy told their primary care provider that they were interested in using
hormones for the purpose of transfeminine gender transition, their physician prescribed
a regimen of spironolactone, medroxyprogesterone (Provera), and 17-beta estradiol
(bioidentical estrogen). What follow-up advice will Sammy's doctor, who is an expert in
transgender health, NOT give to Sammy?
A)Your skin will probably become less oily and thinner
