Menstruation Education Workshop Form

1. What phase of the menstrual cycle occurs directly after the bleeding (‘period’) phase?*

lutealovulatoryfollicularmenstrual

2. What is a common length for a 'period' or menstrual bleeding to last?*

1-2 days3-5 days8-10 days11-14 days

3. The average total amount of blood loss during a menstrual cycle is how many milliliters (ml)?*

10 ml30 ml100 ml500 ml

4. A normal length of the entire menstrual cycle is how many days?*

15-21 days20-32 days24-38 days30-42 days

5. How is total menstrual cycle length calculated?*

Number of days from start of period to end of period.Number of days from start of one period to the end of next period.Number of days from start of one period to start of next period.Number of days between 2 periods.

6. Which of the following is/are common symptom(s) associated with menstruation?*

7. Greater than what amount would be considered abnormal menstrual blood loss during one menstrual cycle?*

>30 ml>80 ml>100 ml>500 ml

8. Passing blood clots occurs with every period.*

TrueFalse

9. Abnormal uterine bleeding may be categorized as which of the following:*

More than average blood loss during a periodLonger than average length of periodPeriods occurring more than once per monthAll of the above

10. Going through more than ___ regular pads in one period constitutes abnormal uterine bleeding.

581216

11. How long can a regular size tampon safely be left inside the vaginal canal?*

< 1 hour2-5 hours4-8 hours10 hours

12. Which of the following period products holds the largest amount of blood?*

Regular tamponUltra tamponSuper tamponSuper plus tampon

13. A woman reports soaking through a regular tampon every 2 hours during the first day of her menstrual cycle, what change in tampon size would you recommend?*

Increase to super tamponSwitch to period pads onlyOk to continue with regular size tampons onlyDecrease to a light tampon

14. How would one choose the correct size of tampon?*

Length of individual's vaginal canal.Total number of days bleeding during one periodPeriod flowSizing does not matter

15. It is normal for menstrual blood to vary in color and consistency throughout one menstrual period.

TrueFalse

16. Locally acting progestin forms of birth control, such as the ‘mini pill’ and levonorgestrel IUD, work by which of the following mechanisms?*

Thickens cervical mucus and thins endometrial lining.Creates a cytotoxic response targeting sperm.Prevents conversion of testosterone to estradiol by aromatase.Inhibits ovulation by suppressing GnRH and pituitary gonadotropin secretion.

17. An IUD is placed in the uterus with its arms extended reaching the fallopian tubes*

TrueFalse

18. A copper IUD is a _______ form of birth control*

HormonalNon-hormonalBarrierAnswers 2 and 3

19. How long can an etonogestrel implant (Nexplanon) be left inside a patient’s arm?*

1 year3 years5 years10 years

20. Of the following, which is the most effective form of birth control?*

IUDBirth control shot (Depo-Provera)Combination birth control pill (OCP)Condom

21. What is a non-contraceptive benefit of combined oral contraceptive pills?*

Reduction in severity of menstrual crampsReduction in menorrhagiaReduction in moderate acneAll of the above

22. Starting a form of contraception at an early age can lead to which of the following? (more than one may apply):

Engagement in sexual intercourse earlier in lifeDecreased future fertilityUsually lead to weight gainDecreased risk of unwanted pregnancy

23. When assessing the average amount of blood loss during a regular menstrual cycle (period) based on a patient history:

I am uncertain if I could identify the average amount of blood lossI would not be able to identify the average amount of blood lossI am somewhat comfortable identifying the average amount of blood lossI can confidently identify the average amount of blood loss

24. If asked how many days the average menstrual cycle lasts:

I am uncertain if I could answer how many days the average menstrual cycle lastsI would not be able to answer correctly how many days the average menstrual cycle lastsI can somewhat confidently answer how many days the average menstrual cycle lastsI can confidently answer how many days an average menstrual cycle lasts

25. When the topic of menstruation is brought up by a patient:

I am uncertain if I could discuss the topic of menstruationI am not confident in discussing the topicI am somewhat confident discussing the topicI am confident in discussing the topic

26. If asked to explain dysmenorrhea and potential causes:

I am uncertain if I could explain dysmenorrhea and potential causesI am not confident I could explain dysmenorrhea and its potential causesI can somewhat confidently explain dysmenorrhea and its potential causesI can confidently explain dysmenorrhea and its potential causes

27. If shown a picture of a period product:

I am uncertain if I could name the productI would not confidently be able to name the productI could somewhat confidently name the productI would confidently be able to name the product

28. If asked to give four symptoms of menstruation:

I am uncertain if I could list 4 symptomsI cannot confidently list four symptomsI can somewhat confidently list four symptomsI can confidently list four symptoms

29. If asked to name the four phases of the menstrual cycle:

I am uncertain if I can confidently list all phases of the menstrual cycleI cannot not confidently list all phases of the menstrual cycleI would be somewhat comfortable listing all the phases of the menstrual cycleI can confidently list all phases of the menstrual cycle

30. If asked to name 4 different period products:

I am uncertain if I can name 4 types of period productsI cannot confidently name 4 types of period productsI can somewhat confidently name 4 types of period productsI can confidently name 4 types of period products

31. When asked by a patient about the average menstrual cycle length:

I am uncertain if I can confidently explain the average menstrual cycle lengthI cannot confidently explain the average menstrual cycle lengthI can somewhat confidently explain the average menstrual cycle lengthI can confidently explain the average menstrual cycle length

32. If asked by a patient to explain how a tampon is inserted:

I am uncertain if I can explain how to insert a tamponI cannot confidently explain how to insert a tamponI can somewhat confidently explain how to insert a tamponI can confidently explain how to insert a tampon

33. When asked how many hours a tampon can safely be worn:

I am uncertain if I can explain how many hours a tampon can safely be wornI cannot confidently explain how many hours a tampon can safely be wornI can somewhat confidently explain how many hours a tampon can be safely wornI can confidently explain how many hours a tampon can be safely worn

34. If a patient history was suggestive of ‘heavy bleeding’:

I am uncertain if I can confidently identify history points that suggest heavy bleedingI cannot confidently identify history points that suggest heavy bleedingI can somewhat confidently identify history points that suggest heavy bleedingI could confidently identify history points that suggest heavy bleeding