NSG 6340- WOMEN’S HEALTH FINAL
QUESTIONS 2026/2027
What condition is represented by white plaques on the vulva? Lichen
sclerosis
What condition is characterized by "clue cells" seen under the microscope
due to anaerobic bacteria adhering to epithelial cells? Bacterial Vaginosis
What is one of the structures evaluated on the INSPECTION part of the
female genitourinary exam? Labia majora
What is one of the structures evaluated by PALPATION alone during a pelvic
exam? Uterus
What condition is the examiner looking for by elevating the anterior vaginal
wall and inspecting the posterior vagina while asking the patient to bear
down? Rectocele
What organ is examined by using a speculum? Cervix
What is the purpose of a Pap smear? To screen for cervical cancer
What is TRUE regarding collecting cells for a Pap smear? After locating the
cervix with the speculum, insert the brush or broom, rotate it 5 times, and
then place it in the collection jar
What is a vaginal speculum used for? To visualize the cervix
Which of the following is the CORRECT order of layers of the uterine wall,
from inside to outside? Endometrium, myometrium, perimetrium
A physician is examining a female patient using a hysteroscope. In what
order will the instrument pass through the structures of the female
reproductive tract? Vulva, vagina, vaginal canal, cervical OS, cervical canal,
uterus
Which of the following usually occurs at 10.5 years of age in a normal girl?
Thelarche
Which of the following is the correct sequence of pubertal development in
girls? Breast bud, onset of pubic hair, maximal growth, menarche
At what age does menarche usually occur? 12.4 years
Which of the following correspond to the formation of a small, firm-to-hard
breast bud according to Tanner staging? Tanner stage 2
,Which of the following best describes the Tanner stage 4 for girls? Areolar
mound with mid escutcheon
When does menarche occur relative to the onset of puberty in a normal girl?
2.6 years after the onset of puberty
In which phase of adolescence does the pubertal growth spurt occur? Early
adolescence
Which cognitive development stage do adolescents go through? Formal
operational
Which of the following type of hymen is prone to developing hematocolpos?
Imperforate hymen
Which of the following is most likely to be an accidental foreign body in the
vagina of a child? Toilet paper
Which of the following is NOT seen in the second trimester? Secondary
oocyte
Which hormone increases most significantly in the luteal phase of the
menstrual cycle? Progesterone
Which phase of the menstrual cycle will most likely remain constant even if
the cycle is prolonged? Luteal phase
Which of the following is the earliest sign of fertilization in an in vitro
environment? 2 polar bodies
What is the name of the developmental stage in the fertilization and
implantation process following eight cells stage? Morula
Which of the following is the term used in a patient who has lost 200 ml of
blood over a 7-day menstrual cycle? Menorrhagia
Which of the following best describes polymenorrhea? menstrual intervals
less than 21 days
Which of the following scenarios would be considered pathological for a
patient with primary amenorrhea? A 13 y o girl who has never had menses
and no development of secondary sexual characteristics
Which of the following is NOT a cause of primary amenorrhea? Asherman
syndrome
, Which of the following best describes secondary amenorrhea? A woman
who has had her menses in the past but has not had for 6 months
Which of the following is the etiology of Sheehan's syndrome? Pituitary
apoplexy
A 26-year-old woman comes with a history of inability to lactate and no
menses for 9 months. She has 2 children in the past. Her record shows that
she was transfused 8 units of compatible blood due to postpartum
hemorrhage. What is the probable diagnosis? Sheehan syndrome
Which of the following is the most common cause of pathologic secondary
amenorrhea? Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea
A 30-year-old woman complains that she has missed her periods for 3
months. She recently lost her job and has difficulty taking care of 2 children
by herself. Her examination doesn't reveal any positive findings except for
breast tenderness. What should be the next step in management? Perform
HcG
What describes hormonal changes in secondary amenorrhea? Select all that
apply. Ovarian failure – FSH increased, Prolactinoma – FSH decreased or
normal, Chronic anovulation – FSH decreased or equivocal
Which of the following is a non-structural cause of abnormal uterine
bleeding? Coagulopathy
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor of polyps in the female genital
tract? Smoking
Which drug is associated with the formation of endometrial polyps?
Tamoxifen
Which of the following features is NOT characteristic of an adenomyotic
uterus? Asymmetrical enlargement of the uterus
Which population has a higher risk of developing uterine leiomyomas?
African American
Which of the following types leiomyomas is more likely to undergo torsion
or strangulation, and cause abdominal pain? Pedunculated
Which of the following scenarios is considered sufficient to suspect a
coagulopathy in a patient with AUB? Massive bleeding associated with
dental work
QUESTIONS 2026/2027
What condition is represented by white plaques on the vulva? Lichen
sclerosis
What condition is characterized by "clue cells" seen under the microscope
due to anaerobic bacteria adhering to epithelial cells? Bacterial Vaginosis
What is one of the structures evaluated on the INSPECTION part of the
female genitourinary exam? Labia majora
What is one of the structures evaluated by PALPATION alone during a pelvic
exam? Uterus
What condition is the examiner looking for by elevating the anterior vaginal
wall and inspecting the posterior vagina while asking the patient to bear
down? Rectocele
What organ is examined by using a speculum? Cervix
What is the purpose of a Pap smear? To screen for cervical cancer
What is TRUE regarding collecting cells for a Pap smear? After locating the
cervix with the speculum, insert the brush or broom, rotate it 5 times, and
then place it in the collection jar
What is a vaginal speculum used for? To visualize the cervix
Which of the following is the CORRECT order of layers of the uterine wall,
from inside to outside? Endometrium, myometrium, perimetrium
A physician is examining a female patient using a hysteroscope. In what
order will the instrument pass through the structures of the female
reproductive tract? Vulva, vagina, vaginal canal, cervical OS, cervical canal,
uterus
Which of the following usually occurs at 10.5 years of age in a normal girl?
Thelarche
Which of the following is the correct sequence of pubertal development in
girls? Breast bud, onset of pubic hair, maximal growth, menarche
At what age does menarche usually occur? 12.4 years
Which of the following correspond to the formation of a small, firm-to-hard
breast bud according to Tanner staging? Tanner stage 2
,Which of the following best describes the Tanner stage 4 for girls? Areolar
mound with mid escutcheon
When does menarche occur relative to the onset of puberty in a normal girl?
2.6 years after the onset of puberty
In which phase of adolescence does the pubertal growth spurt occur? Early
adolescence
Which cognitive development stage do adolescents go through? Formal
operational
Which of the following type of hymen is prone to developing hematocolpos?
Imperforate hymen
Which of the following is most likely to be an accidental foreign body in the
vagina of a child? Toilet paper
Which of the following is NOT seen in the second trimester? Secondary
oocyte
Which hormone increases most significantly in the luteal phase of the
menstrual cycle? Progesterone
Which phase of the menstrual cycle will most likely remain constant even if
the cycle is prolonged? Luteal phase
Which of the following is the earliest sign of fertilization in an in vitro
environment? 2 polar bodies
What is the name of the developmental stage in the fertilization and
implantation process following eight cells stage? Morula
Which of the following is the term used in a patient who has lost 200 ml of
blood over a 7-day menstrual cycle? Menorrhagia
Which of the following best describes polymenorrhea? menstrual intervals
less than 21 days
Which of the following scenarios would be considered pathological for a
patient with primary amenorrhea? A 13 y o girl who has never had menses
and no development of secondary sexual characteristics
Which of the following is NOT a cause of primary amenorrhea? Asherman
syndrome
, Which of the following best describes secondary amenorrhea? A woman
who has had her menses in the past but has not had for 6 months
Which of the following is the etiology of Sheehan's syndrome? Pituitary
apoplexy
A 26-year-old woman comes with a history of inability to lactate and no
menses for 9 months. She has 2 children in the past. Her record shows that
she was transfused 8 units of compatible blood due to postpartum
hemorrhage. What is the probable diagnosis? Sheehan syndrome
Which of the following is the most common cause of pathologic secondary
amenorrhea? Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea
A 30-year-old woman complains that she has missed her periods for 3
months. She recently lost her job and has difficulty taking care of 2 children
by herself. Her examination doesn't reveal any positive findings except for
breast tenderness. What should be the next step in management? Perform
HcG
What describes hormonal changes in secondary amenorrhea? Select all that
apply. Ovarian failure – FSH increased, Prolactinoma – FSH decreased or
normal, Chronic anovulation – FSH decreased or equivocal
Which of the following is a non-structural cause of abnormal uterine
bleeding? Coagulopathy
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor of polyps in the female genital
tract? Smoking
Which drug is associated with the formation of endometrial polyps?
Tamoxifen
Which of the following features is NOT characteristic of an adenomyotic
uterus? Asymmetrical enlargement of the uterus
Which population has a higher risk of developing uterine leiomyomas?
African American
Which of the following types leiomyomas is more likely to undergo torsion
or strangulation, and cause abdominal pain? Pedunculated
Which of the following scenarios is considered sufficient to suspect a
coagulopathy in a patient with AUB? Massive bleeding associated with
dental work
