Deck 15: Sexually Transmitted Infections Stis

Question 1

The major viral sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are not curable with current therapies.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

All sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be prevented.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Previous infection with a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) confers immunity, so once a person has had chlamydia or gonorrhea, she or he can't be re-infected.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Condoms made of lambskin are as effective at preventing disease as are ones made of latex.

Question 5

An infant passing through the birth canal of an infected mother will not contract gonococcal conjunctivitis.

Question 6

Gonorrhea is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Question 7

Most males with gonorrhea are asymptomatic.

Question 8

Gonorrhea can also infect the throat or rectum of people who engage in oral or anal sex.

Question 9

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is often not serious enough to require hospitalization or surgery.

Question 10

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can be treated successfully, yet about 25% of affected women will have long-term problems such as a continuing susceptibility to infection, ectopic pregnancy, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain.

Question 11

Laparoscopy is an ideal tool used to confirm the diagnosis for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and obtain material for cultures.

Question 12

Research indicates that the vast majority of people infected with genital warts have no visible warts and have no idea that they are infected.

Question 13

HPV is especially uncommon in young people, with some of the least infection rates among university or college students.

Question 14

Untreated genital warts can grow together to form a cauliflower-like mass.

Question 15

Treatment for genital warts does not focus on reducing the number and size of warts.

Question 16

Many people wrongly assume that they are unlikely to pick up a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if they limit their sexual activity to oral sex, but this is not true, particularly in the case of genital herpes.

Question 17

HSV-1 infection is so common that more than 50-80% of adults have antibodies to HSV-1.

Question 18

The single-celled organism that causes Trichomoniasis thrives in warm, moist conditions, making women particularly susceptible to these infections in the vagina.

Question 19

Bacterial vaginosis is not the most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge in women of reproductive age.

Question 20

Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is an infection of the lymphatic system caused by two strains of the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.

Question 21

One can take responsibility for their health and help reduce the incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 22

Early diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) does not necessarily help avoid complications or prevent the spread of STIs.

Question 23

Abstinence is the only truly foolproof way to protect oneself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 24

Early diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) cannot help avoid complications or prevent spread of STIs.

Question 25

When diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI), informing your partner and avoiding sexual contact until treatment is complete is considered appropriate behaviour.

Question 26

Many sexually transmitted infections STIs are often asymptomatic, however, a professional examination and testing are recommended following any risky sexual encounter, even in the absence of symptoms.

Question 27

The only way to avoid exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is to abstain from sexual activity.

Question 28

In Canada, which of the following sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has the highest rates for new cases?

A) Chlamydia
B) Gonorrhea
C) Syphilis
D) Hepatitis B

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a major STI?

A) Chlamydia
B) Gonorrhea
C) Syphilis
D) Streptococcal infection

Question 30

Which lifestyle factor does NOT support immune function?

A) Sleep
B) Stress management
C) Nutrition
D) Vigorous high-intensity exercise

Question 31

About 20-25% of all new U.S. cases of HIV are caused, directly or indirectly, through:

A) sharing of drug injection equipment contaminated with HIV.
B) the blood supply in licensed blood banks.
C) the blood supply in licensed plasma centers.
D) perinatal transmission.

Question 32

The main types of antiviral drugs for the treatment of HIV do NOT include:

A) protease inhibitors.
B) reverse transcriptase inhibitors.
C) fusion inhibitors.
D) anti-inflammatory drugs.

Question 33

The most prevalent bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) is:

A) chlamydia.
B) gonorrhea.
C) syphilis.
D) genital herpes.

Question 34

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) transmitted by the pathogenic bacterium:

A) Chlamydia trachomatisitis.
B) Chlamydia trachomatis.
C) Chlamydia trachomatosis.
D) Chlamydia trachomatectasis.

Question 35

Chlamydia can potentially lead to infertility in _____.

A) all humans
B) neither men nor women
C) women
D) men

Question 36

Laparoscopy may be used to confirm the diagnosis of:

A) gonorrhea.
B) chlamydia.
C) pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
D) epididymitis.

Question 37

Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is best defined as a:

A) fatal, incurable sexually transmitted viral disease.
B) sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus and characterized by the appearance of warty growths on the genital area of men and women.
C) sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium that usually affects mucous membranes.
D) common viral infection characterized by recurrent outbreaks of blister-like sores.

Question 38

An extremely common viral infection where a large number of people do not even know that they have been affected is:

A) HSV-1.
B) syphilis.
C) Chlamydia.
D) gonorrhea.

Question 39

Genital herpes is best defined as a:

A) fatal, incurable sexually transmitted viral disease.
B) sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus and characterized by the appearance of warty growths on the genital area of men and women.
C) sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium that usually affects mucous membranes.
D) common viral infection characterized by recurrent outbreaks of blister-like sores.

Question 40

HBV is found in all of the following EXCEPT:

A) saliva.
B) blood products.
C) feces.
D) semen.

Question 41

Which of the following statements about hepatitis B is FALSE?

A) There is an effective vaccine.
B) There is a cure for the HBV virus.
C) The virus is found in all bodily fluids.
D) In 2008, there were an estimated 250, 000 Canadians living with chronic hepatitis B infection.

Question 42

_____ is an infection of the lymphatic system caused by three strains of the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.

A) Streptococci bacteria
B) Animal papilloma virus
C) Human papilloma virus
D) Lymphogranuloma venereum

Question 43

Pubic _____, commonly known as crabs, and scabies are highly contagious parasitic infections.

A) lobsters
B) worms
C) lice
D) animals

Question 44

Pamphlets and other literature available through public health departments, health clinics, physician offices, etc relating to prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is a good example of:

A) diagnosis.
B) treatment.
C) education.
D) disease.

Question 45

One of the following is NOT an ideal way of protecting yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

A) Abstinence
B) Polygamy
C) Safe sex practices
D) Condoms

Question 46

Jolie does not engage in sexual practices to ensure she does not get any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is an example of?

A) Abstinence
B) Monogamy
C) Use of condoms
D) Practicing safe sex

Question 47

_________________ virus is the one that can cause AIDS.

Question 48

_________________ is a type of white blood cell that helps coordinate the activity of the immune system-a primary target for HIV infection.

Question 49

_________________ is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) transmitted by the pathogenic bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.

Question 50

Inflammation of the sperm-carrying ducts is called _________________.

Question 51

Inflammation of the urethra is called ________________.

Question 52

In men, upto half of all cases of urethritis is caused by _______________.

Question 53

An infant passing through the birth canal of a mother infected with Gonorrhea may contract ________________________, an infection of the eye that causes blindness if left untreated.

Question 54

Gonorrhea is caused by the bacterium ______________________, which flourishes in the mucous membranes.

Question 55

_________________________ is an infection that progresses from the vagina and cervix to the uterus, oviducts, and pelvic cavity.

Question 56

_________________ is a method of examining the internal organs by inserting a tube containing a small light through an abdominal incision.

Question 57

_________________________ virus causes human warts, including genital warts.

Question 58

______________________ is a sexually transmitted viral infection characterized by growths on the genitals, caused by HPV.

Question 59

______________________ is an inflammation of the liver, which can be caused by infection, drugs, or toxins; some forms of this infection can be transmitted sexually as well.

Question 60

_________________ is a sore produced by syphilis in its earlier stage.

Question 61

______________ is caused by a corkscrew-shaped bacterium called treponema palladium.

Question 62

Syphilis is characterized by three stages; they are _________, ___________ and ___________.

Question 63

_________________ is a relationship, where the individual engages in sexual activities with only one partner.

Question 64

The only way to avoid exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is to _________________ from sexual activity.

Question 65

What is HIV infection? Describe in detail.

Question 66

What are the most common ways of transmitting the HIV virus?

Question 67

What are the most common symptoms experienced by people

Question 68

What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Explain in detail.

Question 69

What is the Human Papillomavirus? Explain in detail.

Question 70

What is Hepatitis B? What is its prevalence, and what are its symptoms?

Question 71

What is syphilis and what causes it? What are its symptoms? What are the three stages of the disease?

Question 72

What are the various educational approaches used to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

Question 73

Identify any three factors that one can use to protect themselves from sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and provide a brief describe for each.