Intermediate Penis Quiz

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Q1. What is the role of the tunica albuginea in penile anatomy?

  • Maintains rigidity by enclosing corpora cavernosa
  • Forms the foreskin
  • Protects the urethral opening
  • Secretes seminal fluid

Q2. Which arteries supply blood to the erectile tissues of the penis?

  • Intercostal arteries
  • Inferior mesenteric arteries
  • Deep arteries of the penis (cavernosal)
  • Renal arteries

Q3. What is the function of the ischiocavernosus muscle during erection?

  • Relaxes the foreskin
  • Pumps blood from the heart
  • Compresses base to maintain erection
  • Controls bladder function

Q4. Which nerve provides sensory innervation to the penis?

  • Sciatic nerve
  • Obturator nerve
  • Genitofemoral nerve
  • Dorsal nerve of the penis

Q5. How does nitric oxide contribute to penile erection?

  • Blocks sensory feedback
  • Contracts penile arteries
  • Relaxes smooth muscle and increases blood flow
  • Stimulates testosterone release

Q6. Which venous structure drains blood from the corpora cavernosa?

  • Portal vein
  • Femoral vein
  • Great saphenous vein
  • Deep dorsal vein

Q7. Which layer lies directly beneath the skin of the penis?

  • Tunica albuginea
  • Cavernous tissue
  • Superficial (Dartos) fascia
  • Ischiocavernosus muscle

Q8. What is the function of the urethral meatus?

  • Anchors the foreskin
  • External opening for urine and semen
  • Supports erection
  • Produces mucus for lubrication

Q9. What structure is affected in Peyronie’s disease?

  • Corpus spongiosum
  • Dartos fascia
  • Tunica albuginea
  • Seminal vesicle

Q10. What neural reflex controls ejaculation?

  • Vagal inhibition
  • Spinal ejaculatory reflex (sympathetic)
  • Cortical motor reflex
  • Parasympathetic voiding reflex
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