HL2 - Sexual and Reproductive Health Flashcards
It refers to having overall well-being in physical, mental, and social aspects related to the reproductive system and its functions.
Reproductive Health
It spreads predominantly by unprotected sexual contact.
Sexually Transmitted Infection
It can be transmitted during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding; through infected blood or blood products.
Sexually Transmitted Infection
It is a virus that attacks and slowly destroys the immune system leading to immunodeficiency.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
These are white blood cells that play a large role in helping your body fight diseases.
CD4 T Cells
How can HIV get transmitted?
- Sex
- Transferring of blood
- Mucus
- Breast Milk
HIV does not spread during?
- Casual Contact
- Donating Blood
- Sharing Toilet
- Insect Bites
- Swimming Pools
A condition characterized by signs/symptoms caused by HIV from another person.
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
What are the symptoms of AIDS?
- Fever
- Headache
- Rashes
- Sore Throat
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Weight Loss
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Cryptococcal Meningitis
What sexually transmitted infection is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum?
Syphilis
What are the four pillars of reproductive health?
- Informed Choice
- Respect for Life
- Birth Control
- Responsible Parenthood
What are the 3 R’s to consider before becoming parents?
- Reason for raising a child
- Resources needed to raise a child
- Responsibilities as parents
