Sti Flashcards
(24 cards)
What does STI stand for?
Sexually Transmitted Infection
True or False: STIs can be transmitted through casual contact.
False
What is the primary mode of transmission for STIs?
Sexual contact
Name one common bacterial STI.
Chlamydia
Hpv
Hiv
What does STBBI stand for?
Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections
True or False: All STIs can be cured with antibiotics.
False
What is a key symptom of gonorrhea?
Painful urination
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an STI? A) HIV B) Syphilis C) Diabetes
C) Diabetes
What is the most effective way to prevent STIs?
Dont have sex
True or False: Most STIs show obvious symptoms.
False
Fill in the blank: ______ is a viral STI that can lead to cervical cancer.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Name one blood-borne infection associated with STBBIs.
HIV
What is a common symptom of herpes?
Blisters or sores
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a symptom of syphilis? A) Rash B) Fever C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What is the primary reason for regular STI testing?
To detect infections early and prevent transmission
True or False: STIs can affect anyone, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
True
What is the incubation period for most STIs?
It varies; some can show symptoms within days, while others may take weeks or months.
Name one way to reduce the risk of STIs besides using condoms.
Having fewer sexual partners
What is a common treatment for bacterial STIs?
Antibiotics
True or False: Vaccines are available for some STIs.
True
Fill in the blank: ______ is the STI that is most commonly reported in the United States.
Hpv
What does the term ‘asymptomatic’ mean in relation to STIs?
Showing no symptoms despite being infected.
Multiple Choice: Which STI is primarily transmitted through skin-to-skin contact? A) Gonorrhea B) HPV C) Chlamydia
B) HPV
What role do public health campaigns play in STI prevention?
They educate the public about risks and promote safe practices.
