EVCC NURS 210 EXAM #1 2025/2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
Name the 4 classic pelvic types and their potential impact on labor & birth - ANS i. Android-
narrow and triangular shape not good for birth. Can make labor difficult, some require c-section
ii. Platypelloid- "flat pelvis" least common type, wide but shallow, side lying egg or oval shape,
difficult vaginal birth bc baby cant go through pelvic inlet
iii. Anthropoid- narrow and deep, upright egg or oval shape, may be able to have a vaginal birth,
but labor last longer (QUIZ SAYS THIS IS TYPE FOR SUCCESSFUL VAGINAL DELIVERY)
iv. Gynecoid- most common, round, hollow, and open. Wide open shape gives baby plenty of
room for delivery *****best type of pelvis for birth*****
Describe the anatomy & physiology underlying gametogenesis in the male & female -
ANS Gametogenesis in males involves the production of sperm cells through
spermatogenesis in the testes. In females, gametogenesis involves the production of egg cells
through oogenesis in the ovaries.
Describe the anatomy & physiology underlying pregnancy discomforts, signs & symptoms -
ANS Pregnancy discomforts, signs & symptoms include amenorrhea, N/V, urinary frequency,
breast tenderness, fetal movement, cervical softening (Goodells), bluish cervix color
(Chadwicks), softening of isthmus (Hegars), abdominal enlargement, palpable fetal outline,
pregnancy testing, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, postural hypotension, dependent edema,
heartburn, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Describe the probable signs of pregnancy - ANS Probable signs of pregnancy include cervical
softening (Goodells), bluish cervix color (Chadwicks), softening of isthmus (Hegars), abdominal
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, enlargement, palpable fetal outline, pregnancy testing, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, postural
hypotension, dependent edema, heartburn, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Describe the positive signs of pregnancy - ANS Positive signs of pregnancy include fetal heart
tone, fetal movement palpated by an examiner, and ultrasound or x-ray.
Describe the action(s) attributable to testosterone - ANS Testosterone is the major male sex
hormone responsible for the development of the penis and testes, facial and pubic hair growth,
muscle size and strength, sex drive, sperm production, mood regulation, and is made in the
testes.
Describe the action(s) attributable to estrogen - ANS Estrogen, along with progesterone,
plays a key role in reproductive health. It is responsible for the growth of fetal organs and
maternal tissues, placenta, and ovaries. It also contributes to the development of secondary sex
characteristics, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
What are the effects of estrogen on a woman's body? - ANS Enlargement of breasts, uterus,
and external genitalia; stimulates myometrial contractility.
How does estrogen level affect urinary incontinence? - ANS Estrogen helps maintain bladder
sphincter tone, so a decline in estrogen levels can lead to incontinence.
What is the role of progesterone in pregnancy? - ANS Progesterone is needed to support the
early stages of pregnancy.
What is the difference between progesterone and progestin? - ANS Progestin is synthetic
progesterone.
What effect does LH have on progesterone production? - ANS LH causes the corpus luteum
to produce more progesterone.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
Name the 4 classic pelvic types and their potential impact on labor & birth - ANS i. Android-
narrow and triangular shape not good for birth. Can make labor difficult, some require c-section
ii. Platypelloid- "flat pelvis" least common type, wide but shallow, side lying egg or oval shape,
difficult vaginal birth bc baby cant go through pelvic inlet
iii. Anthropoid- narrow and deep, upright egg or oval shape, may be able to have a vaginal birth,
but labor last longer (QUIZ SAYS THIS IS TYPE FOR SUCCESSFUL VAGINAL DELIVERY)
iv. Gynecoid- most common, round, hollow, and open. Wide open shape gives baby plenty of
room for delivery *****best type of pelvis for birth*****
Describe the anatomy & physiology underlying gametogenesis in the male & female -
ANS Gametogenesis in males involves the production of sperm cells through
spermatogenesis in the testes. In females, gametogenesis involves the production of egg cells
through oogenesis in the ovaries.
Describe the anatomy & physiology underlying pregnancy discomforts, signs & symptoms -
ANS Pregnancy discomforts, signs & symptoms include amenorrhea, N/V, urinary frequency,
breast tenderness, fetal movement, cervical softening (Goodells), bluish cervix color
(Chadwicks), softening of isthmus (Hegars), abdominal enlargement, palpable fetal outline,
pregnancy testing, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, postural hypotension, dependent edema,
heartburn, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Describe the probable signs of pregnancy - ANS Probable signs of pregnancy include cervical
softening (Goodells), bluish cervix color (Chadwicks), softening of isthmus (Hegars), abdominal
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, enlargement, palpable fetal outline, pregnancy testing, fatigue, backache, leg cramps, postural
hypotension, dependent edema, heartburn, constipation, and hemorrhoids.
Describe the positive signs of pregnancy - ANS Positive signs of pregnancy include fetal heart
tone, fetal movement palpated by an examiner, and ultrasound or x-ray.
Describe the action(s) attributable to testosterone - ANS Testosterone is the major male sex
hormone responsible for the development of the penis and testes, facial and pubic hair growth,
muscle size and strength, sex drive, sperm production, mood regulation, and is made in the
testes.
Describe the action(s) attributable to estrogen - ANS Estrogen, along with progesterone,
plays a key role in reproductive health. It is responsible for the growth of fetal organs and
maternal tissues, placenta, and ovaries. It also contributes to the development of secondary sex
characteristics, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
What are the effects of estrogen on a woman's body? - ANS Enlargement of breasts, uterus,
and external genitalia; stimulates myometrial contractility.
How does estrogen level affect urinary incontinence? - ANS Estrogen helps maintain bladder
sphincter tone, so a decline in estrogen levels can lead to incontinence.
What is the role of progesterone in pregnancy? - ANS Progesterone is needed to support the
early stages of pregnancy.
What is the difference between progesterone and progestin? - ANS Progestin is synthetic
progesterone.
What effect does LH have on progesterone production? - ANS LH causes the corpus luteum
to produce more progesterone.
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