KVV E-Modules

The term “menopause” was first introduced by which physician?

A: a) Hippocrates B: b) Charles-Pierre-Louis de Gardanne C: c) Sigmund Freud D: d) James Young Simpson

2. The word “menopause” is derived from Greek words meaning:

A: a) End of womanhood B: b) Monthly cessation C: c) Change of life D: d) Decline of fertility

Menopause is defined as:

A: Temporary cessation of menstruation B: Permanent cessation of menstruation due to ovarian failure C: Absence of menstruation for 6 months D: Complete removal of uterus and ovaries

The average age of menopause is:

A: 30–35 years B: 40–42 years C: 50–51 years D: 60–65 years

Which of the following is NOT an alternative term for menopause?

A: Climacteric B: Change of life C: Midlife crisis D: Menarche

How menopause is clinically confirmed?

A: By hormonal testing B: After 12 months without a menstrual period C: By the presence of hot flashes D: By endometrial biopsy

At what average age does menopause occur in the UK?

A: a) 40 years B: b) 45 years C: c) 51 years D: d) 55 years

Which type of menopause occurs when both ovaries are surgically removed?

A: a) Natural menopause B: b) Silent menopause C: c) Surgical menopause D: d) Induced menopause

9. Menopause due to chemotherapy or radiotherapy is called:

A: a) Silent menopause B: b) Induced menopause C: c) Premature menopause D: d) Natural menopause

10. Which hormone decline is most closely associated with menopause symptoms?

A: a) Insulin B: b) Cortisol C: c) Estrogen D: d) Thyroxine