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Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth — Unit test Answers

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6

Which of these is a healthy meal, especially during pregnancy?

A
pepperoni pizza and a soda
B
grilled salmon with a green salad
C
fried chicken sandwich and fries
D
sub sandwich with turkey deli meat
8

Name three practices proven to be effective in lowering the risk of becoming infected with an STI.

Answer:

Abstinence, monogamy, regular testing for infection, avoiding drugs and alcohol, waiting until an older age to become sexually active, using protection, and open communication with partners are all practices proven to be effective in lowering the risk of becoming infected with an STI.

16

Why might a teenage girl who is using birth control be more at risk for becoming pregnant than a woman in her thirties?

Answer:

Some forms of birth control may be less effective for teenage girls because their bodies haven't fully matured and settled into a regular menstrual cycle.

22

Name three STIs that can be life-threatening or lead to life-threatening illnesses.

Answer:

Gonorrhea, syphilis, human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B, and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can be life-threatening or lead to life-threatening illnesses.

24

What is the body's initial reaction to the HIV virus?

Answer:

The body tries to fight the virus by creating special antibodies that target the virus.

26

If you think you may have an STI and would like to get more information, where can you learn more about STIs? Name at least three resources.

Answer:

Places that provide various resouces about STIs can include schools, county health agencies, health clinics, online health sites, and private doctors' offices.

30

Explain why HIV is a life-threatening STI.

Answer:

HIV has no cure. Medications can only prolong life and treat infections. The virus weakens the immune system and in time becomes AIDS, at which time it is very difficult for the body to fight off diseases and certain cancers.

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