#1
Which of the following is an example of a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
Gonorrhea
ExplanationGonorrhea is a bacterial STI caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
#2
What is the most effective method for preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Using condoms consistently and correctly
ExplanationConsistent and correct condom use is the most effective method for preventing STIs, including HIV.
#3
Which of the following contraceptives is a long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC)?
Intrauterine device (IUD)
ExplanationAn Intrauterine device (IUD) is a LARC that provides long-term contraception.
#4
What is the primary cause of cervical cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV is the primary cause of cervical cancer.
#5
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through contact with blood, semen, or vaginal fluids?
Hepatitis B
ExplanationHepatitis B can be transmitted through contact with blood, semen, or vaginal fluids.
#6
Which of the following is a common symptom of Chlamydia?
Frequent urination
ExplanationFrequent urination is a common symptom of Chlamydia infection.
#7
What is the most common bacterial STI in the United States?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in the United States.
#8
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated gonorrhea in women?
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
ExplanationUntreated gonorrhea in women can lead to Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) as a complication.
#9
What is the term for the surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis?
Circumcision
ExplanationCircumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.
#10
Which of the following contraceptives releases hormones to prevent ovulation?
Birth control patch
ExplanationThe birth control patch releases hormones to prevent ovulation and pregnancy.
#11
Which STI is known as the 'silent infection' because it often has no symptoms?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is often asymptomatic, earning it the nickname 'silent infection.'
#12
Which STI can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact and often causes genital warts?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact and causes genital warts.
#13
Which of the following STIs can be transmitted through sexual contact, childbirth, or breastfeeding?
HIV
ExplanationHIV can be transmitted through sexual contact, childbirth, or breastfeeding.
#14
Which of the following is a viral STI that can lead to liver damage and liver cancer?
Hepatitis B
ExplanationHepatitis B is a viral STI that can lead to liver damage and liver cancer.
#15
Which STI is caused by a virus and can lead to a persistent infection with no cure?
Hepatitis B
ExplanationHepatitis B is caused by a virus and can lead to a persistent infection with no cure.