Question 1

Surgical abortions make up what percentage of all abortions?

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A)  75 percent
B)  79 percent
C)  82 percent
D)  87 percentE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 2

A reversal of Roe v.Wade would

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A)  make third-term abortion illegal.
B)  identify penalties for illegal abortion.
C)  permit states to prohibit abortion.
D)  increase abortion in Midwestern states.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Among supporters of the pro-choice position,the concepts of pro-choice and pro-abortion are synonymous with each other.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

By what year were there laws against abortion in practically every state in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

A)  1800
B)  1850
C)  1900
D)  1950E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Briefly describe the legal history of abortion in the United States.

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Question 6

Recent states laws regulating abortion have focused on

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A)  federal funding for abortions.
B)  the banning of certain types of late-term abortions.
C)  regulations concerning parental notification.
D)  all of the above choices.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C) D

Question 7

Since 1973,the average number of weeks at which viability is achieved has been reduced to _____ weeks.

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A)  18
B)  24
C)  28
D)  30E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

A woman who has chosen to terminate her pregnancy is trying to decide between surgical and medical abortion.Explain the key differences between these methods that might help a person decide between them.

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Question 9

The personal considerations for a woman considering abortion should include

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A)  whether the decision is compatible with her moral and religious beliefs.
B)  what her partner's feelings about abortion are.
C)  whether she has a supportive network to assist her through a difficult time.
D)  all of the above choices.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Under certain circumstances,abortions are legal in America at a point in the pregnancy when the fetus might be able to survive outside the mother.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

As it is commonly used,the word abortion means

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A)  spontaneous expulsion of the fetus.
B)  the same thing as miscarriage.
C)  artificially induced expulsion of the fetus.
D)  any intervention in a pregnancy.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

The psychological effects of abortion are predictable in most women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Pro-life advocates argue that a woman is responsible for her sexual behavior and is morally obligated to carry a pregnancy through its entirety unless it poses a direct threat to her physical health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What percentage of the world's people live in countries where abortion is permitted either without restriction or,more commonly,for a wide range of reasons but with certain restrictions?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 percent
B)  25 percent
C)  50 percent
D)  60 percentE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

A high temperature after abortion is a danger sign.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

How does mifepristone cause an abortion?

Accepted Answer

A)  It blocks estrogen hormone in the uterus.
B)  It blocks the effect of progesterone.
C)  It blocks the capability of the blastocyst to bond to the uterus.
D)  It is unknown how the drug causes an abortion.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Be able to identify some of the physical complications that may occur following an abortion,and also be able to explain how these complications can be minimized.

Accepted Answer

Some physical complications that may occur following an abortion include infection, excessive bleeding, damage to the cervix or uterus, and incomplete abortion (where some fetal or placental tissue remains in the uterus). These complications can be minimized by ensuring that the abortion is performed by a qualified and experienced healthcare provider in a safe and sterile environment. It is also important for the patient to follow all post-abortion care instructions provided by their healthcare provider, including taking any prescribed medications and attending follow-up appointments. Additionally, practicing good hygiene and avoiding strenuous activities can help minimize the risk of infection and excessive bleeding. It is crucial for individuals to seek immediate medical attention if they experience any concerning symptoms following an abortion, such as severe pain, heavy bleeding, or signs of infection.

Question 18

Which one of the following statements about abortion rates is generally TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abortion rates are consistently higher in countries that recognize legal abortions.
B)  Abortion rates are lowest in countries that ban or restrict the procedure.
C)  Abortion rates are higher in countries where contraceptives are widely available.
D)  Abortion rates are lower in countries where contraceptives are widely available.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

The attitudes and beliefs of the medical community in each country influence the local availability of abortion services.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The decision to go through with an unwanted pregnancy and give the baby up for adoption takes all of the following,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  maturity.
B)  love.
C)  low self-esteem.
D)  courage.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D) C

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The attitudes and beliefs of the medical community in each country influence the local availability of abortion services.

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Under certain circumstances,abortions are legal in America at a point in the pregnancy when the fetus might be able to survive outside the mother.

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The psychological effects of abortion are predictable in most women.

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Pro-life advocates argue that a woman is responsible for her sexual behavior and is morally obligated to carry a pregnancy through its entirety unless it poses a direct threat to her physical health.

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What percentage of the world's people live in countries where abortion is permitted either without restriction or,more commonly,for a wide range of reasons but with certain restrictions?

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