Table 1.

Assessment template to evaluate fertility knowledge.

Question	Underestimated	Correct	Overestimated
1. How long is the ovum viable for fertilization?	<0.5 day	0.5–1 day	>1 day
2. How long does sperm usually survive in the uterus/fallopian tubes?	<2 days	2–3 days	>3 days
3. What is the probability that a 25-year-old woman becomes pregnant if she has unprotected intercourse with a young man at ovulation?	<20%	20%–30%	>30%
4. At what age begins a marked decline in a woman’s ability to conceive?	<33 years	33–37 years	>37 years
5. What are the chances of having a child through IVF, for each attempt?	<20%	20%–30%	>30%