GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, AND SEXUAL HEALTH-
Sexually Transmitted Infections, HIV, and AIDS 2023
Questions and Answers
Use the drop-down menus to complete each statement.
Both gonorrhea and __________ have similar symptoms.
_______________ is characterized by three progressive stages: primary, secondary,
and tertiary.
People infected with ___________ often have no symptoms.
-Chlamydia
-Syphilis
-Chlamydia
Match the STI with its primary effect symptom or effect.
HIV
herpes
hepatitis
HPV
- may cause cervical cancer
- affects the immune system
- may cause fever blisters in the mouth
- affects the liver
HIV- affects the immune system
herpes- may cause fever blisters in the mouth
hepatitis- affects the liver
HPV- may cause cervical cancer
Which of the following are examples of direct economic costs associated with STIs?
Check all that apply.
-paying for antibiotics required for treatment
-managing pain due to STI symptoms
-becoming less productive at school or at work
-paying for doctor visits associated with treatment
-missing three days of work to recover from an STI
-handling the costs of an STI screening
-paying for antibiotics required for treatment
-paying for doctor visits associated with treatment
-handling the costs of an STI screening
Which steps should a person consider taking to reduce the risk of contracting an STI?
Check all that apply.
-using condoms correctly and consistently
-avoiding certain types of sexual contact but not others
-stopping casual contact with others
-practicing abstinence
-getting vaccinations before becoming sexually active
, -using condoms correctly and consistently
-practicing abstinence
-getting vaccinations before becoming sexually active
Lorena has learned more about the risk of STIs. She wants to talk with her boyfriend
about reducing their risks. She has made her decision and wants to communicate her
needs.
Which steps are most appropriate for Lorena to take when handling her discussion?
Check all that apply.
-sticking with a decision to avoid risky behavior
-having a discussion during a sexual situation
-avoiding distractions during a discussion
-communicating clearly and simply
-being prepared to repeat her message
-sticking with a decision to avoid risky behavior
-avoiding distractions during a discussion
-communicating clearly and simply
-being prepared to repeat her message
Michael learns that his friend Josef has discovered that he is HIV positive. Josef feels
overwhelmed and anxious. Josef confides in Michael about the diagnosis and asks for
help.
What are the best sources of information about sexual health Michael can recommend
to Josef? Check all that apply.
-pamphlets received from a medical provider
-governmental websites such as the CDC
-other friends familiar with the diagnosis
-local and state health department offices
-social media outlets and personal blogs
-pamphlets received from a medical provider
-governmental websites such as the CDC
-local and state health department offices
A doctor confirms that an individual has HIV. Which treatment will the doctor most likely
prescribe?
-antibiotic medication
-antiretroviral therapy
-homeopathic medicine
-pre-exposure prophylaxis
-antiretroviral therapy
Which are risk factors for contracting an STI? Check all that apply.
-being sexually active, especially with more than one partner
-remaining abstinent
-requiring a partner to be tested before sexual contact
-using intravenous drugs
-engaging in sexual contact while drinking or using drugs
Sexually Transmitted Infections, HIV, and AIDS 2023
Questions and Answers
Use the drop-down menus to complete each statement.
Both gonorrhea and __________ have similar symptoms.
_______________ is characterized by three progressive stages: primary, secondary,
and tertiary.
People infected with ___________ often have no symptoms.
-Chlamydia
-Syphilis
-Chlamydia
Match the STI with its primary effect symptom or effect.
HIV
herpes
hepatitis
HPV
- may cause cervical cancer
- affects the immune system
- may cause fever blisters in the mouth
- affects the liver
HIV- affects the immune system
herpes- may cause fever blisters in the mouth
hepatitis- affects the liver
HPV- may cause cervical cancer
Which of the following are examples of direct economic costs associated with STIs?
Check all that apply.
-paying for antibiotics required for treatment
-managing pain due to STI symptoms
-becoming less productive at school or at work
-paying for doctor visits associated with treatment
-missing three days of work to recover from an STI
-handling the costs of an STI screening
-paying for antibiotics required for treatment
-paying for doctor visits associated with treatment
-handling the costs of an STI screening
Which steps should a person consider taking to reduce the risk of contracting an STI?
Check all that apply.
-using condoms correctly and consistently
-avoiding certain types of sexual contact but not others
-stopping casual contact with others
-practicing abstinence
-getting vaccinations before becoming sexually active
, -using condoms correctly and consistently
-practicing abstinence
-getting vaccinations before becoming sexually active
Lorena has learned more about the risk of STIs. She wants to talk with her boyfriend
about reducing their risks. She has made her decision and wants to communicate her
needs.
Which steps are most appropriate for Lorena to take when handling her discussion?
Check all that apply.
-sticking with a decision to avoid risky behavior
-having a discussion during a sexual situation
-avoiding distractions during a discussion
-communicating clearly and simply
-being prepared to repeat her message
-sticking with a decision to avoid risky behavior
-avoiding distractions during a discussion
-communicating clearly and simply
-being prepared to repeat her message
Michael learns that his friend Josef has discovered that he is HIV positive. Josef feels
overwhelmed and anxious. Josef confides in Michael about the diagnosis and asks for
help.
What are the best sources of information about sexual health Michael can recommend
to Josef? Check all that apply.
-pamphlets received from a medical provider
-governmental websites such as the CDC
-other friends familiar with the diagnosis
-local and state health department offices
-social media outlets and personal blogs
-pamphlets received from a medical provider
-governmental websites such as the CDC
-local and state health department offices
A doctor confirms that an individual has HIV. Which treatment will the doctor most likely
prescribe?
-antibiotic medication
-antiretroviral therapy
-homeopathic medicine
-pre-exposure prophylaxis
-antiretroviral therapy
Which are risk factors for contracting an STI? Check all that apply.
-being sexually active, especially with more than one partner
-remaining abstinent
-requiring a partner to be tested before sexual contact
-using intravenous drugs
-engaging in sexual contact while drinking or using drugs
