Reproduction in human beings Practice exercise 1

Tracy has been monitoring her cycle. On Day 3, she has heavy bleeding and cramps. On Day 10, she notices no bleeding and feels fine. a) Identify the phase she is likely in on Day 3 and explain the purpose of that phase. (1 mark)b) What phase is she in on Day 10, and what is happening inside her body? (1 mark)

Anita gets her period irregularly and it causes her anxiety and fear in public. Sometimes she skips school because she is unsure when it will start. What emotional and practical plan can she follow to reduce stress and stay prepared?  (2 marks)

Anita gets her period irregularly and it causes her anxiety and fear in public. Sometimes she skips school because she is unsure when it will start. What emotional and practical plan can she follow to reduce stress and stay prepared?  (2 marks)

Anita gets her period irregularly and it causes her anxiety and fear in public. Sometimes she skips school because she is unsure when it will start. What emotional and practical plan can she follow to reduce stress and stay prepared?  (2 marks)

Joy has been recording her menstrual cycle on a calendar. She notices that she usually starts bleeding on Day 1 and it stops by Day 5. On Day 14, she starts feeling slight pain in her lower abdomen. a) Which phase is she likely in on Day 14? (1 mark)b) What might be happening in her body during this time? (1 mark)

Joy has been recording her menstrual cycle on a calendar. She notices that she usually starts bleeding on Day 1 and it stops by Day 5. On Day 14, she starts feeling slight pain in her lower abdomen. a) Which phase is she likely in on Day 14? (1 mark)b) What might be happening in her body during this time? (1 mark)

The health worker in the image is following an important STI prevention measure. Explain how this practice protects people from STIs.  (1 mark)

The health worker in the image is following an important STI prevention measure. Explain how this practice protects people from STIs.  (1 mark)

The health worker in the image is following an important STI prevention measure. Explain how this practice protects people from STIs.  (1 mark)

Ali notices a small sore on his mouth but ignores it because it is not painful. Two weeks later, he develops a skin rash and swollen lymph nodes. a) Which stage of syphilis is Ali most likely in? (1 mark)b) Explain why he should not ignore these symptoms. (1 mark)

Ali notices a small sore on his mouth but ignores it because it is not painful. Two weeks later, he develops a skin rash and swollen lymph nodes. a) Which stage of syphilis is Ali most likely in? (1 mark)b) Explain why he should not ignore these symptoms. (1 mark)

Sarah, a 17-year-old student, has been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles for the past 6 months. Sometimes her periods come every 20 days, other times every 45 days. She's also noticed mood swings and difficulty concentrating on her studies. What reproductive health issue might Sarah be experiencing, and what steps should she take to address this problem? (2 marks)

Sarah, a 17-year-old student, has been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles for the past 6 months. Sometimes her periods come every 20 days, other times every 45 days. She's also noticed mood swings and difficulty concentrating on her studies. What reproductive health issue might Sarah be experiencing, and what steps should she take to address this problem? (2 marks)

Sarah, a 17-year-old student, has been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles for the past 6 months. Sometimes her periods come every 20 days, other times every 45 days. She's also noticed mood swings and difficulty concentrating on her studies. What reproductive health issue might Sarah be experiencing, and what steps should she take to address this problem? (2 marks)

Sarah, a 17-year-old student, has been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles for the past 6 months. Sometimes her periods come every 20 days, other times every 45 days. She's also noticed mood swings and difficulty concentrating on her studies. What reproductive health issue might Sarah be experiencing, and what steps should she take to address this problem? (2 marks)

During a school science club trip, learners were told that fertilisation does not happen in the uterus. Explain why fertilisation does not normally occur in the uterus.  (2 marks)

During a school science club trip, learners were told that fertilisation does not happen in the uterus. Explain why fertilisation does not normally occur in the uterus.  (2 marks)

A 20-year-old man reports blisters on his genitals, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue after unprotected sex with multiple partners. a) Which infection is he most likely suffering from? (1 mark)b) Which early symptom should have warned him of the infection? (1 mark)

A 20-year-old man reports blisters on his genitals, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue after unprotected sex with multiple partners.a) Which infection is he most likely suffering from? (1 mark)b) Which early symptom should have warned him of the infection? (1 mark)

The image below shows the structure of a sperm cell. Explain how the parts of the sperm cell help it to reach and fertilise the ovum.  (4 marks)

The image below shows the structure of a sperm cell. Explain how the parts of the sperm cell help it to reach and fertilise the ovum.  (4 marks)

Class 8 pupils from Eldoret are going for a 7-day wildlife trip in Tsavo National Park. Toilets and shops are very far apart. Brenda expects her period during the trip. Which plan is MOST effective for her to manage her menstrual cycle throughout the trip?

Class 8 pupils from Eldoret are going for a 7-day wildlife trip in Tsavo National Park. Toilets and shops are very far apart. Brenda expects her period during the trip. Which plan is MOST effective for her to manage her menstrual cycle throughout the trip?  (1 mark)

Class 8 pupils from Eldoret are going for a 7-day wildlife trip in Tsavo National Park. Toilets and shops are very far apart. Brenda expects her period during the trip. Which plan is MOST effective for her to manage her menstrual cycle throughout the trip?  (1 mark)

Class 8 pupils from Eldoret are going for a 7-day wildlife trip in Tsavo National Park. Toilets and shops are very far apart. Brenda expects her period during the trip. Which plan is MOST effective for her to manage her menstrual cycle throughout the trip?  (1 mark)

Class 8 pupils from Eldoret are going for a 7- day wildlife trip in Tsavo National Park. Toilets and shops are very far apart. Brenda expects her period during the trip. Which plan is MOST effective for her to manage her menstrual cycle throughout the trip?  (1 mark)

Halima feels angry, sad, and easily frustrated during group work a few days before her period starts. Which phase of the menstrual cycle is she experiencing, and which challenge is shown in this scenario?

Halima feels angry, sad, and easily frustrated during group work a few days before her period starts. Which phase of the menstrual cycle is she experiencing, and which challenge is shown in this scenario? (1 mark)

Halima feels angry, sad, and easily frustrated during group work a few days before her period starts. Which phase of the menstrual cycle is she experiencing, and which challenge is shown in this scenario? (1 mark)

Halima feels angry, sad, and easily frustrated during group work a few days before her period starts. Which phase of the menstrual cycle is she experiencing, and which challenge is shown in this scenario? (1 mark)

Halima feels angry, sad, and easily frustrated during group work a few days before her period starts. Which phase of the menstrual cycle is she experiencing, and which challenge is shown in this scenario? (1 mark)

Kamau notices that his classmate stops coming to school every month during her period because she fears staining her uniform. What is the long-term effect of this problem if no one helps her?

Kamau notices that his classmate stops coming to school every month during her period because she fears staining her uniform. What is the long-term effect of this problem if no one helps her? (1 mark)

Kamau notices that his classmate stops coming to school every month during her period because she fears staining her uniform. What is the long-term effect of this problem if no one helps her? (1 mark)

Kamau notices that his classmate stops coming to school every month during her period because she fears staining her uniform. What is the long-term effect of this problem if no one helps her? (1 mark)

Kamau notices that his classmate stops coming to school every month during her period because she fears staining her uniform. What is the long-term effect of this problem if no one helps her? (1 mark)

During a cultural event, some older teenagers invite younger ones to a private room. What is the safest decision to prevent STI exposure?

During a cultural event, some older teenagers invite younger ones to a private room. What is the safest decision to prevent STI exposure?  (1 mark)

During a cultural event, some older teenagers invite younger ones to a private room. What is the safest decision to prevent STI exposure?  (1 mark)

During a cultural event, some older teenagers invite younger ones to a private room. What is the safest decision to prevent STI exposure?  (1 mark)

During a cultural event, some older teenagers invite younger ones to a private room. What is the safest decision to prevent STI exposure?  (1 mark)

Brian never had sexual contact but developed painful blisters on his lips after sharing a spoon with his cousin who had visible mouth sores. What is the most likely reason for his infection?

Brian never had sexual contact but developed painful blisters on his lips after sharing a spoon with his cousin who had visible mouth sores. What is the most likely reason for his infection? (1 mark)

Brian never had sexual contact but developed painful blisters on his lips after sharing a spoon with his cousin who had visible mouth sores. What is the most likely reason for his infection? (1 mark)

Brian never had sexual contact but developed painful blisters on his lips after sharing a spoon with his cousin who had visible mouth sores. What is the most likely reason for his infection? (1 mark)

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome? A. Fertilisation will not occurB. Twins will form automaticallyC. The egg will wait for the spermD. Fertilisation will restart in the uterus

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome?  ( 1 mark)

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome?  ( 1 mark)

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome?  ( 1 mark)

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome?  ( 1 mark)

In a reproductive health seminar in Kisumu, pupils learned that sperm can take time to travel. If sperm takes 4 days to reach the oviduct and the egg survives only 24 hours, what is the likely outcome?  ( 1 mark)

Students who learned about reproductive health at age 15 had fewer fertility problems at age 30. What does this show?

Students who learned about reproductive health at age 15 had fewer fertility problems at age 30. What does this show? (1 mark)

Students who learned about reproductive health at age 15 had fewer fertility problems at age 30. What does this show? (1 mark)

A woman carrying an early pregnancy was told to avoid heavy lifting. Why is this advice important immediately after implantation?

A woman carrying an early pregnancy was told to avoid heavy lifting. Why is this advice important immediately after implantation?  (1 mark)

A woman carrying an early pregnancy was told to avoid heavy lifting. Why is this advice important immediately after implantation?  (1 mark)

A woman carrying an early pregnancy was told to avoid heavy lifting. Why is this advice important immediately after implantation?  (1 mark)

John noticed a painful sore in his private parts but decided to ignore it. A week later, his condition worsened. What should he have done to prevent further STI problems?

John noticed a painful sore in his private parts but decided to ignore it. A week later, his condition worsened. What should he have done to prevent further STI problems?

John noticed a painful sore in his private parts but decided to ignore it. A week later, his condition worsened. What should he have done to prevent further STI problems?

John noticed a painful sore in his private parts but decided to ignore it. A week later, his condition worsened. What should he have done to prevent further STI problems? (1 mark)

A nurse is investigating three cases: - Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms. - Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats. - Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss. Which case is showing progression to AIDS?

A nurse is investigating three cases:- Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms.- Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats.- Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss.Which case is showing progression to AIDS? (1 mark)

A nurse is investigating three cases:- Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms.- Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats.- Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss.Which case is showing progression to AIDS? (1 mark)

A nurse is investigating three cases:- Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms.- Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats.- Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss.Which case is showing progression to AIDS? (1 mark)

A nurse is investigating three cases:- Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms.- Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats.- Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss.Which case is showing progression to AIDS? (1 mark)

A nurse is investigating three cases:- Case 1: A child who got HIV through breastfeeding now shows flu-like symptoms.- Case 2: A young man who shares needles with friends recently developed mouth ulcers and night sweats.- Case 3: A woman with untreated HIV now suffers from opportunistic infections and weight loss.Which case is showing progression to AIDS? (1 mark)

Achieng is a Class 8 pupil in Kisumu. She wants to plan for her next menstrual cycle to avoid embarrassment at school. Which is the best way for her to manage her hygiene during the cycle?

Achieng is a Class 8 pupil in Kisumu. She wants to plan for her next menstrual cycle to avoid embarrassment at school. Which is the best way for her to manage her hygiene during the cycle?   (1 mark)

Achieng is a Class 8 pupil in Kisumu. She wants to plan for her next menstrual cycle to avoid embarrassment at school. Which is the best way for her to manage her hygiene during the cycle?   (1 mark)

Achieng is a Class 8 pupil in Kisumu. She wants to plan for her next menstrual cycle to avoid embarrassment at school. Which is the best way for her to manage her hygiene during the cycle?   (1 mark)