Amy and Keith, Both in Their Mid-Twenties, Have Decided to Have

question 83

Multiple Choice

Amy and Keith, both in their mid-twenties, have decided to have a baby. Both are in good health and are physically active, although Keith is a smoker. Amy maintains her weight at about 125 pounds. While they know that parenting is a big responsibility, they are excited about the idea of becoming parents. The one thing that they are concerned about is the history of genetic illnesses that exists in each of their families. After 6 month of not being successful in conceiving, Amy is concerned that she may be infertile. She wants to see a fertility specialist. What information is Amy likely to receive when she asks her gynecologist to refer her to fertility specialist?

• A) Amy should be patient and try for at least another 6 months before being tested for infertility.
• B) Keith should first be tested for a low sperm count.
• C) Amy and Keith should experiment with different sexual positions when they have intercourse to increase the sperm's chance of getting to the egg.
• D) Amy should first be examined for endometriosis.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A type of therapy that aims to change attitudes and beliefs, assuming that behavior change will follow.

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Vigorous Exercise

Physical activity that significantly raises the heart rate and respiratory effort, improving cardiovascular fitness.

Moderate Exercise

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