MA121: OBGYN, PEDS, GERIATRICS – COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM
REVIEW
200 QUESTIONS COVERING ALL TESTED TOPICS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS AND RATIONALES
1. What type of examination usually involves taking pelvic
measurements?
A) Initial prenatal visit
B) Annual physical exam
C) Postpartum check
D) Gynecological infection screening
Answer: A
Rationale: Pelvic measurements are typically taken during the initial
prenatal visit to assess the adequacy of the birth canal for delivery.
2. Hormonal contraceptives include which of the following?
A) Vaginal rings
B) Birth control pill or patch
C) Depo-Provera injections
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: All listed methods are hormonal contraceptives that prevent
ovulation or fertilization.
,3. Which prenatal blood test helps determine immunity to German
measles?
A) Blood type and Rh
B) Pap test
C) Rubella titer
D) Syphilis screening
Answer: C
Rationale: Rubella titer measures antibodies against the rubella virus,
indicating immunity to German measles.
4. A neural tube defect that involves incomplete closure of the spinal
column is:
A) Anencephaly
B) Meningocele
C) Spina bifida
D) Hydrocephalus
Answer: C
Rationale: Spina bifida is a neural tube defect where the spinal column
does not close completely.
5. Which neural tube defect results in absence of major portions of
the brain and skull?
A) Spina bifida
B) Anencephaly
C) Meningocele
D) Encephalocele
,Answer: B
Rationale: Anencephaly is a fatal condition where the brain and skull are
underdeveloped.
6. Which method helps reduce hot flashes during perimenopause?
A) High-fat diet
B) Avoiding caffeine and spicy foods
C) Increasing alcohol intake
D) Reducing calcium intake
Answer: B
Rationale: Caffeine and spicy foods can trigger hot flashes; avoiding
them may reduce symptoms.
7. A low-fat diet high in calcium and vitamin D is recommended during
perimenopause to:
A) Reduce hot flashes
B) Prevent osteoporosis
C) Improve sleep
D) Increase energy
Answer: B
Rationale: Calcium and vitamin D support bone health, reducing
osteoporosis risk after menopause.
8. Relaxation techniques during perimenopause are primarily used to:
A) Lower blood pressure
B) Aid with sleep disorders
, C) Reduce weight gain
D) Prevent hair loss
Answer: B
Rationale: Relaxation can improve sleep quality, which is often disturbed
during perimenopause.
9. A detailed gynecologic history should include:
A) Date of last Pap test
B) Family history
C) Past surgeries
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: Comprehensive history includes all these elements for
complete patient assessment.
10. A patient has been pregnant 3 times previously and is currently 10
weeks pregnant. What is her gravida?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 2
Answer: B
Rationale: Gravida is total number of pregnancies, including current one
(3 previous + 1 current = 4).
REVIEW
200 QUESTIONS COVERING ALL TESTED TOPICS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS AND RATIONALES
1. What type of examination usually involves taking pelvic
measurements?
A) Initial prenatal visit
B) Annual physical exam
C) Postpartum check
D) Gynecological infection screening
Answer: A
Rationale: Pelvic measurements are typically taken during the initial
prenatal visit to assess the adequacy of the birth canal for delivery.
2. Hormonal contraceptives include which of the following?
A) Vaginal rings
B) Birth control pill or patch
C) Depo-Provera injections
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: All listed methods are hormonal contraceptives that prevent
ovulation or fertilization.
,3. Which prenatal blood test helps determine immunity to German
measles?
A) Blood type and Rh
B) Pap test
C) Rubella titer
D) Syphilis screening
Answer: C
Rationale: Rubella titer measures antibodies against the rubella virus,
indicating immunity to German measles.
4. A neural tube defect that involves incomplete closure of the spinal
column is:
A) Anencephaly
B) Meningocele
C) Spina bifida
D) Hydrocephalus
Answer: C
Rationale: Spina bifida is a neural tube defect where the spinal column
does not close completely.
5. Which neural tube defect results in absence of major portions of
the brain and skull?
A) Spina bifida
B) Anencephaly
C) Meningocele
D) Encephalocele
,Answer: B
Rationale: Anencephaly is a fatal condition where the brain and skull are
underdeveloped.
6. Which method helps reduce hot flashes during perimenopause?
A) High-fat diet
B) Avoiding caffeine and spicy foods
C) Increasing alcohol intake
D) Reducing calcium intake
Answer: B
Rationale: Caffeine and spicy foods can trigger hot flashes; avoiding
them may reduce symptoms.
7. A low-fat diet high in calcium and vitamin D is recommended during
perimenopause to:
A) Reduce hot flashes
B) Prevent osteoporosis
C) Improve sleep
D) Increase energy
Answer: B
Rationale: Calcium and vitamin D support bone health, reducing
osteoporosis risk after menopause.
8. Relaxation techniques during perimenopause are primarily used to:
A) Lower blood pressure
B) Aid with sleep disorders
, C) Reduce weight gain
D) Prevent hair loss
Answer: B
Rationale: Relaxation can improve sleep quality, which is often disturbed
during perimenopause.
9. A detailed gynecologic history should include:
A) Date of last Pap test
B) Family history
C) Past surgeries
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: Comprehensive history includes all these elements for
complete patient assessment.
10. A patient has been pregnant 3 times previously and is currently 10
weeks pregnant. What is her gravida?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 2
Answer: B
Rationale: Gravida is total number of pregnancies, including current one
(3 previous + 1 current = 4).
