#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of a sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
Painful urination
ExplanationPainful urination is a common symptom of STIs.
#2
What is the most effective method for preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies?
Using condoms consistently and correctly
ExplanationConsistent and correct condom use is highly effective against STIs and unintended pregnancies.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fever and chills
ExplanationFever and chills are not common symptoms of UTIs.
#4
What is the most common bacterial STI in the United States?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in the US.
#5
What is the primary method of transmission for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
Sharing needles
ExplanationSharing needles is the primary method of HIV transmission.
#6
Which of the following STIs is caused by a virus?
HIV/AIDS
ExplanationHIV/AIDS is caused by a virus.
#7
What is the recommended age for individuals to start receiving regular screenings for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
21
ExplanationRegular screenings for STIs are recommended to start at age 21.
#8
Which of the following STIs is known as the 'silent infection' because it often has no symptoms?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is often asymptomatic and known as the 'silent infection'.
#9
Which of the following infections can be prevented through vaccination?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV infection can be prevented through vaccination.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to reduce the risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Having multiple sexual partners
ExplanationHaving multiple sexual partners increases the risk of contracting STIs.
#11
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact.
#12
Which of the following is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis?
Foul-smelling vaginal odor
ExplanationFoul-smelling vaginal odor is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis.
#13
Which of the following is a common symptom of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
Fever and chills
ExplanationFever and chills are common symptoms of PID.
#14
Which of the following STIs is caused by a parasite?
Trichomoniasis
ExplanationTrichomoniasis is caused by a parasite.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of genital herpes?
Fever and headache
ExplanationFever and headache are not common symptoms of genital herpes.
#16
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through oral sex?
Genital herpes
ExplanationGenital herpes can be transmitted through oral sex.
#17
Which of the following is a long-term complication of untreated chlamydia in females?
Infertility
ExplanationInfertility is a long-term complication of untreated chlamydia in females.
#18
Which of the following is NOT a barrier method of contraception?
Birth control pills
ExplanationBirth control pills are not a barrier method of contraception.
#19
What is the term for the process of removing sperm from the testicles for contraception or infertility treatment?
Sperm retrieval
ExplanationSperm retrieval is the process of obtaining sperm from the testicles.
#20
What is the term for the process of removing the uterus for medical reasons?
Hysterectomy
ExplanationHysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.
#21
What is the term for the surgical procedure to reverse a vasectomy?
Vasovasostomy
ExplanationVasovasostomy is the surgical reversal of a vasectomy.
#22
What is the term for the process of removing a portion of the fallopian tubes for sterilization?
Salpingectomy
ExplanationSalpingectomy is the surgical removal of a portion of the fallopian tubes.
#23
What is the term for the thin, flexible ring inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy?
NuvaRing
ExplanationNuvaRing is a thin, flexible ring inserted into the vagina for contraception.
#24
What is the term for the surgical procedure to remove the uterus and cervix?
Total hysterectomy
ExplanationTotal hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and cervix.
#25
What is the term for the thin, flexible tube inserted into the uterus for contraception?
Intrauterine device (IUD)
ExplanationAn intrauterine device (IUD) is a thin, flexible tube inserted into the uterus for contraception.