When a Female Experiences Vaginal Lubrication and Swelling of the Clitoris

question 27

Multiple Choice

When a female experiences vaginal lubrication and swelling of the clitoris and vaginal lips, she

• A) should consult a physician for treatment.
• B) is likely to be pregnant.
• C) is showing external evidence of ovulation.
• D) is experiencing vasocongestion.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Adaptation

The ability of the brain to adjust to changes in the sensory environment, allowing for maintained perception under different conditions.

Perceptual Overload

A condition resulting from the exposure to more information or stimuli than one can effectively process at one time.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time.

Absolute Threshold

The smallest level of stimulus that can be detected by a sense at least 50% of the time.