NSG 3280 Exam 4 Reproductive Health & STIs Study Guide
2026 | Complete Review | Graded A+
1. What is the medical term for the twisting of the spermatic cord that can cause
severe testicular pain?
prostatitis
testicular cancer
epididymitis
testicular torsion
2. In chronic venous insufficiency, edema develops for what reason?
Hydrostatic pressure is increased due to the incompetent valves in
the veins
hydrostatic pressure is decreased as veins become smaller
Oncotic pressure is decreased due to excess fluid in the venous
system
There is increased oncotic pressure in the vein and capillaries
3. In a genetic counseling session, a couple learns they are carriers of an X-
linked disorder. What implications does this have for their male offspring?
Their male offspring have a 25% chance of being affected by the
disorder.
Their male offspring have a 50% chance of being affected by the
disorder.
Their male offspring will not be affected at all.
Their male offspring will definitely be affected by the disorder.
,4. What is the primary factor that causes edema in cases of venous obstruction?
increases arterial blood pressure
decreases tissue pressure
increases capillary oncotic pressure
increases capillary hydrostatic pressure
5. What is the name of the device used to support the uterus during the
treatment of uterine prolapse?
pessary
catheter
IUD
surgical mesh
6. In a patient with deep vein thrombosis who is also at risk for pulmonary
embolism, what role does heparin play in their treatment plan?
Heparin dissolves existing clots, which could lead to pulmonary
embolism.
Heparin relieves edema, which is unrelated to pulmonary embolism.
Heparin prevents further clot formation, reducing the risk of
pulmonary embolism.
Heparin prevents clot dislodgement, which is not a primary concern in
this scenario.
7. If a new public health campaign is launched to reduce the incidence of
sexually transmitted infections by 10% over the next year, how many new
infections would that aim to prevent based on the CDC's estimate?
, 2 million
5 million
10 million
200,000
8. If a patient reports fluid-filled vesicles appearing 5 days after suspected
exposure to herpes, what would be the most appropriate clinical
interpretation?
The symptoms are consistent with herpes infection.
The symptoms suggest an allergic reaction.
The symptoms indicate a bacterial infection.
The symptoms are unrelated to any known infection.
9. Which sexually transmitted infection is known for having a long asymptomatic
latent phase?
Chlamydia
Hepatitis B
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
10. Which sexually transmitted disease can have dementia, blindness, & death
associated with it?
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Bacterial vaginosis
Chlamydia
, Trichomoniasis
11. Describe the significance of intermittent claudication in the context of
chronic arterial obstruction.
Intermittent claudication indicates reduced blood flow to the
muscles during activity, signaling underlying arterial obstruction.
Intermittent claudication is a symptom of heart failure unrelated to
arterial health.
Intermittent claudication is primarily caused by nerve damage.
Intermittent claudication is a sign of venous insufficiency in the lower
extremities.
12. Describe the condition that is indicated by sudden, severe testicular pain
and explain why it is considered a medical emergency.
Testicular torsion is a type of cancer that affects the testicles.
Testicular torsion is a condition where the epididymis becomes
inflamed and painful.
Testicular torsion is a condition where the spermatic cord twists,
cutting off blood supply to the testicle, which can lead to tissue
death if not treated promptly.
Testicular torsion is an infection of the testicle that causes swelling
and pain.
13. In a clinical scenario, if a patient presents with symptoms of a condition that
is typically linked to primary causes, what additional factors should be
considered in diagnosis?
Secondary causes and environmental influences
Only primary causes
2026 | Complete Review | Graded A+
1. What is the medical term for the twisting of the spermatic cord that can cause
severe testicular pain?
prostatitis
testicular cancer
epididymitis
testicular torsion
2. In chronic venous insufficiency, edema develops for what reason?
Hydrostatic pressure is increased due to the incompetent valves in
the veins
hydrostatic pressure is decreased as veins become smaller
Oncotic pressure is decreased due to excess fluid in the venous
system
There is increased oncotic pressure in the vein and capillaries
3. In a genetic counseling session, a couple learns they are carriers of an X-
linked disorder. What implications does this have for their male offspring?
Their male offspring have a 25% chance of being affected by the
disorder.
Their male offspring have a 50% chance of being affected by the
disorder.
Their male offspring will not be affected at all.
Their male offspring will definitely be affected by the disorder.
,4. What is the primary factor that causes edema in cases of venous obstruction?
increases arterial blood pressure
decreases tissue pressure
increases capillary oncotic pressure
increases capillary hydrostatic pressure
5. What is the name of the device used to support the uterus during the
treatment of uterine prolapse?
pessary
catheter
IUD
surgical mesh
6. In a patient with deep vein thrombosis who is also at risk for pulmonary
embolism, what role does heparin play in their treatment plan?
Heparin dissolves existing clots, which could lead to pulmonary
embolism.
Heparin relieves edema, which is unrelated to pulmonary embolism.
Heparin prevents further clot formation, reducing the risk of
pulmonary embolism.
Heparin prevents clot dislodgement, which is not a primary concern in
this scenario.
7. If a new public health campaign is launched to reduce the incidence of
sexually transmitted infections by 10% over the next year, how many new
infections would that aim to prevent based on the CDC's estimate?
, 2 million
5 million
10 million
200,000
8. If a patient reports fluid-filled vesicles appearing 5 days after suspected
exposure to herpes, what would be the most appropriate clinical
interpretation?
The symptoms are consistent with herpes infection.
The symptoms suggest an allergic reaction.
The symptoms indicate a bacterial infection.
The symptoms are unrelated to any known infection.
9. Which sexually transmitted infection is known for having a long asymptomatic
latent phase?
Chlamydia
Hepatitis B
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
10. Which sexually transmitted disease can have dementia, blindness, & death
associated with it?
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Bacterial vaginosis
Chlamydia
, Trichomoniasis
11. Describe the significance of intermittent claudication in the context of
chronic arterial obstruction.
Intermittent claudication indicates reduced blood flow to the
muscles during activity, signaling underlying arterial obstruction.
Intermittent claudication is a symptom of heart failure unrelated to
arterial health.
Intermittent claudication is primarily caused by nerve damage.
Intermittent claudication is a sign of venous insufficiency in the lower
extremities.
12. Describe the condition that is indicated by sudden, severe testicular pain
and explain why it is considered a medical emergency.
Testicular torsion is a type of cancer that affects the testicles.
Testicular torsion is a condition where the epididymis becomes
inflamed and painful.
Testicular torsion is a condition where the spermatic cord twists,
cutting off blood supply to the testicle, which can lead to tissue
death if not treated promptly.
Testicular torsion is an infection of the testicle that causes swelling
and pain.
13. In a clinical scenario, if a patient presents with symptoms of a condition that
is typically linked to primary causes, what additional factors should be
considered in diagnosis?
Secondary causes and environmental influences
Only primary causes
