sexual health unit test review

Question 1

What are contraceptives?

Answer 1

Methods used to prevent pregnancy.

Question 2

What is consent?

Answer 2

Agreement between participants to engage in sexual activity.

Question 3

What is anatomy in the context of sexual health?

Answer 3

The structure of male and female reproductive systems.

Question 4

What are sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

Answer 4

Infections most commonly spread through sexual contact.

Question 5

What are the three ways to get an STI?

Answer 5

1. Sexual intercourse (oral, vaginal, anal)
2. Blood to blood contact
3. Sharing needles.

Question 6

What bodily fluids can transmit STIs?

Answer 6

1. Blood
2. Sperm
3. Saliva
4. Vaginal fluid
5. Breast milk.

Question 7

What is the difference between bacterial and viral STIs?

Answer 7

Bacterial STIs can be treated and cured and viral STIs can be treated but not cured.

Question 8

What is Chlamydia?

Answer 8

Bacterial

2 Points:
• The most common bacterial STI.

• 50% have no symptoms in both males and females.

Question 9

What is Gonorrhea?

Answer 9

Bacterial

2 Points :
• Affects cervix, uretha, rectum, throat and sometimes eyes.

• Often no symptoms, especially in females.

Question 10

What is Syphilis?

Answer 10

Bacterial

2 Points
• You can die from it.

• Progresses in three stages: Primary, Secondary, Latent.

Question 11

What is Genital Herpes (HSV)?

Answer 11

Viral

2 Points:
•Two types: HSV-1 and HSV-2.

•Causes painful sores and blisters.

Question 12

What is Hepatitis B (HBV)?

Answer 12

Viral

2 Points:
• infection with no cure but preventable by vaccination.

• Leads to liver damage, cirrhosis, and cancer.

Question 13

What is HIV/AIDS?

Answer 13

Viral

2 Points:
•Destroys immune system and is present in blood, semen, vaginal secretions and breastmilk.

• HIV turns to AIDS if left untreated.

Question 14

What is Human Papillomavirus (HPV)?

Answer 14

Viral

2 Points:

• The most common viral STI.

• low risk = genital warts
high risk = cancer of cervix

Question 15

What are the 3 types of bacterial STIs?

Answer 15

Clamydia, Gonerrhea, and Syphilis.

Question 16

What are the 4 types of viral STIs?

Answer 16

Genital Herpes (HSV), Hepatitis B (HBV), Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and HIV/AIDs.

Question 17

What are Pubic Lices?

Answer 17

Parasitic

2 Points:
• Small crab-like insects.

• Bite onto the host.

Question 18

What are Scabies?

Answer 18

Parasitic

2 Points:
• Burrow and lay eggs under the skin.

• Can live 1-3 days without human contact.

Question 19

What are three ways to boost one’s immune system?

Answer 19

1. Healthy diet
2. Outdoor activities
3. Sleeping 8-11 hours a day

Question 20

What is the pill?

Answer 20

Hormonal Method

2 points:
•Contains Estrogen and progestin.

• Stops the release of eggs (ovulation).

Question 21

What is the patch?

Answer 21

Hormonal Method

2 points:
• Applied directly to the skin (not breasts).

• Replaced every week.

Question 22

What is a Vaginal Ring?

Answer 22

Hormonal Method

2 points:
• A ring that women insert into the vagina themselves.

• Replace once a month.

Question 23

What is the shot/injection?

Answer 23

Hormonal Method

2 points:
• A needle injected into the upper arm.

• Shot given every 3 months by a doctor.

Question 24

What are condoms?

Answer 24

Barrier Method

2 points:
• Made from latex or plastic.

• They prevent the exchange of bodily fluids.

Question 25

What is an IUD?

Answer 25

Intrauterine Method 2 points: • An intrauterine device •Good for 3-5 years.

Question 26

How might a pregnancy affect life today?

Answer 26

• Relationships (family) - My parents may lose trust in me and be upset. • Relationships (friends) - Wouldn’t have much time for all of them anymore so I may get distant. • Sports - Wouldn’t be able to play if i’m pregnant and I wouldn’t have the time anymore. • School - Would be hard to balance it so my grades would likely drop. • Self Image - Would lose confidence and would probably feel judged in public due to my pregnancy at a young age. • My Teen Years - I’m only young once and I would lose the rest of my childhood or youth. • Financially - Wouldn’t be able to properly provide enough money to raise and support my baby.

Question 27

What are the 6 Contraceptives?

Answer 27

The pill, the patch, vaginal ring, Injection, condoms and IUD’s.

Question 28

What are the 2 main types of Parasitic STIs

Answer 28

Pubic lice and Scabies.

Question 29

What is consent?

Answer 29

Free, willing, non-coerced agreement to engage in sexual activity.

Question 30

What are some ways to ensure consent?

Answer 30

1. Ask for permission 2. Say no 3. Trust and honesty 4. Consent isn't forever 5. Connection

Question 31

What is the legal age for consent in Canada?

Answer 31

The legal age for consent in Canada is 16 years old.

Question 32

How can you look for full consent?

Answer 32

1. Verbally read - Saying yes, being sure about their answer, not questioning or saying lack of response. 2. Physically read - Kissing you back, leaning in, not backing out or leaning away.

Question 33

Can a person change their mind about consent?

Answer 33

Yes, a person can change their mind at any time and say no. Just because they said yes one day doesn't mean they say yes every day.

Question 34

What is abstinence?

Answer 34

The practice of restraining yourself from insulin in any form of sex, vaginal, anal, or oral.