During Digital Examination of the Vagina, the Cervix Is Noted

question 20

Multiple Choice

During digital examination of the vagina, the cervix is noted to be positioned posteriorly. Upon bimanual examination of this woman, you would expect to palpate a(n) _____ uterus.

• A)retroverted
• B)anteverted
• C)midline
• D)laterally deviated
• E)retroflexed

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Definitions:

Menstrual Cycle

The regular natural change that occurs in the female reproductive system that makes pregnancy possible, including the processes of ovulation and menstruation.

Regulatory Functions

The activities in organisms and systems that maintain homeostasis and control physiological processes.

Endocrine System

A network of glands that secrete hormones into the bloodstream, regulating processes like metabolism, growth, and reproduction.

Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy to support its basic functions and physical activity.