Common Sexually Transmitted Infections Answers

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

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

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

Once a woman is cured of the human papilloma virus, she does not have to worry about future effects.

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

How can a pregnant woman's STI affect her unborn fetus?A.low birth weightB.loss of visionC.loss of hearingD.all of the above

Which STI is a common cause of cancer?A.chlamydiaB.syphilisC.human papilloma virusD.herpes

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

Which of the following is a function of public health policy?A.to increase the transmission of diseasesB.to control outbreaks of diseasesC.to educate the public to make risky health decisionsD.to provide vaccinations against diseases