Common Sexually Transmitted Infections Answers

An expecting mother's STI can put the life of the unborn baby at risk.

Which of the following is not a service offered by public health programs?A.diagnosis and treatment of diseaseB.medical researchC.testing and counselingD.prevention education

Which of the following statements BEST describes the effects of an STI on physical health?A.A woman who becomes infected runs the risk of having more children.B.A person with an STI usually has to take medications for a maximum of two weeks. C.Some STIs can attack vital organs, leading to death or continual major health issues.D.all of the above

Which of the following BEST describes STI symptoms?A.Symptoms for STIs are similar in nature and severity.B.Symptoms may not be present even though there is an infection.C.Visible symptoms are limited to the genital area.D.Symptoms can be treated with over-the-counter medication

A person who develops a rash on the hands, flu-like symptoms, and hair loss about five months after sex with a person who could have had an STI should seek treatment for a possible infection of which of the following diseases?A.gonorrheaB.HPVC.syphilisD.none of the above

Generally speaking, which type of STI is generally NOT life-threatening?A.bacterialB.viralC.parasiticD.all of the above

Viral STIs are not curable and can only be controlled with medications.

Once syphilis enters its third stage, it is no longer curable.

Some STIs cannot be cured, though their symptoms can be treated.

Which of the following facilities is used by the government to provide health services?A.county health clinicsB.nonprofit agenciesC.private local clinicsD.doctor's offices