Anatomy and Medical Terminology Flashcards

The term 'dysmenorrhea' most accurately describes:

Answer: Painful or difficult menstruation

Dysmenorrhea literally means painful menstruation, from 'dys-' (difficult/painful), 'meno' (month/menses), and '-rrhea' (flow).

Which structure forms the floor of the female pelvis and supports pelvic organs?

Answer: Pelvic diaphragm

The pelvic diaphragm, composed mainly of the levator ani and coccygeus muscles, forms the muscular floor of the pelvis.

A 'primipara' is a woman who:

Answer: Has delivered one viable infant

Primipara (para 1) refers to a woman who has delivered one viable infant, distinguishing it from primigravida (first pregnancy).

The term 'menarche' refers to:

Answer: The first menstrual period

Menarche is the term for the first occurrence of menstruation, typically occurring during puberty.

Which part of the fallopian tube is closest to the uterus?

Answer: Isthmus

The isthmus is the narrowest, medial portion of the fallopian tube closest to the uterine wall.

The Bartholin's glands (greater vestibular glands) are located:

Answer: At the posterior vaginal introitus at 4 and 8 o'clock positions

Bartholin's glands open at the posterolateral vaginal introitus (approximately 4 and 8 o'clock positions) and secrete mucus for lubrication.

The medical term 'hydrorrhea gravidarum' refers to:

Answer: Profuse watery vaginal discharge during pregnancy

Hydrorrhea gravidarum describes intermittent, watery discharge during pregnancy that may represent amniotic fluid leakage.