#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Genital rash or sores
ExplanationGenital rash or sores are common symptoms of STIs.
#2
What is the most effective way to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Abstinence from sexual activity
ExplanationAbstinence from sexual activity is the most effective method of STI prevention.
#3
Which of the following STIs is caused by a virus?
HIV/AIDS
ExplanationHIV/AIDS is caused by a virus.
#4
What is the primary reason for the increase in STI rates among young people?
Inconsistent condom use
ExplanationInconsistent condom use is the primary reason for the increase in STI rates among young people.
#5
What is the most common bacterial STI in the United States?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in the United States.
#6
What is the most common symptom of genital herpes?
Painful blisters or sores
ExplanationPainful blisters or sores are the most common symptoms of genital herpes.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for contracting STIs?
Being in a monogamous relationship
ExplanationBeing in a monogamous relationship is NOT a risk factor for contracting STIs.
#8
What is the recommended frequency for STI testing for sexually active individuals?
Varies based on sexual activity and risk factors
ExplanationThe recommended frequency for STI testing for sexually active individuals varies based on sexual activity and risk factors.
#9
What is the term for the process by which a pathogen is passed from one person to another through sexual contact?
Transmission
ExplanationTransmission is the process by which a pathogen is passed from one person to another through sexual contact.
#10
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact?
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
ExplanationHPV (Human Papillomavirus) can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact.
#11
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through breastfeeding?
HIV/AIDS
ExplanationHIV/AIDS can be transmitted through breastfeeding.
#12
Which STI can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in females if left untreated?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in females if left untreated.
#13
What is the term for a person who has an STI but does not experience any symptoms?
Asymptomatic carrier
ExplanationAn asymptomatic carrier is a person who has an STI but does not experience any symptoms.
#14
Which of the following STIs is caused by a parasite?
Trichomoniasis
ExplanationTrichomoniasis is caused by a parasite.
#15
Which of the following STIs can lead to cervical cancer in females?
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHuman Papillomavirus (HPV) can lead to cervical cancer in females.
#16
What is the most common bacterial cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
Chlamydia trachomatis
ExplanationChlamydia trachomatis is the most common bacterial cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).