STI Check Flashcards
History and Exams for STI Screening (54 cards)
What is the purpose of asking about the last time someone had sex?
To assess incubation and window periods for STIs
Understanding the timing of sexual activity helps determine potential exposure to STIs.
What question should be asked if the respondent mentions having a partner?
Other than your regular partner, is there anyone else that you have had sex with?
This question aims to uncover additional sexual partners that may increase STI risk.
Why is it important to ask about preferred language for body parts?
To ensure comfort and clarity for LGBTQ+ individuals
Using appropriate terminology fosters a more inclusive environment during sexual history assessments.
Where can STIs be contracted in the body?
Throat, bottom, or genitals
This highlights the need for comprehensive testing based on sexual practices.
What information is gained by asking when the last time someone had sex without a condom?
To assess window periods for STIs
This question helps identify potential risk for STI transmission.
What types of partners should be inquired about regarding sexual history?
People with a penis, a vagina, or both
This question supports risk stratification based on sexual encounters.
What should be asked regarding past diagnoses of STIs?
Have you ever been diagnosed with (or thought you had) an STI?
Understanding a patient’s history with STIs can inform current risk assessments and testing needs.
What are some high-risk behaviors for STIs?
- Had sex overseas,
- sleeping rough or homeless,
- worked as a street-based sex worker,
- had tattoos overseas,
- injected drugs or used methamphetamine,
- been in prison,
- been a refugee or recent migrant,
- identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander,
- experienced violence from a partner,
- been on PrEP,
- sexually assaulted or had unwanted sex
Each of these factors increases the likelihood of exposure to sexually transmitted infections.
True or False: Having tattoos, especially overseas, is a high-risk factor for STIs.
True
Tattoos can be a risk factor if proper hygiene is not maintained during the process.
Fill in the blank: People who have been in _______ are considered high risk for STIs.
[prison]
Identify one group that is considered high risk for STIs.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
This identification may correlate with various socioeconomic and health access disparities.
What is one behavioral factor that increases STI risk related to drug use?
Sharing needles
Sharing needles can transmit infections, including STIs and bloodborne viruses.
Which group of individuals is at high risk for STIs due to their living situation?
Sleeping rough or homeless
Homelessness can limit access to healthcare and increase exposure to risky situations.
Fill in the blank: Individuals who have been _______ or recent migrants are considered high risk for STIs.
[refugees]
What is PrEP and why is it mentioned in relation to STI risk?
PrEP is a medication taken to prevent HIV infection, but those on it may still be at risk for other STIs
While PrEP is effective against HIV, it does not protect against other sexually transmitted infections.
True or False: Experiencing violence from a partner is a high-risk factor for STIs.
True
Violence can lead to situations where individuals may not have control over their sexual health.
Who to screen for STIs related to unwanted sexual experiences?
- Been sexually assaulted
- Had sex they didn’t want to have
Both situations can contribute to increased vulnerability to STIs.
Who should perform an asymptomatic sexually transmitted infection (STI) check?
People who:
* request STI testing
* are at increased risk of STI
* have a known exposure to any STI
* are a partner of high risk subpopulation
Increased risk factors include having a new sexual partner and living or travelling to areas of higher prevalence in Australia or in other countries.
What is a key indicator for performing an STI check?
Request for STI testing
Individuals seeking STI testing should be evaluated.
Fill in the blank: An STI check should be performed for individuals who have a known exposure to any STI or history of an STI within the past _______.
12 months
True or False: Only symptomatic individuals should be tested for STIs.
False
Asymptomatic individuals may also require testing based on specific risk factors.
What are three key factors that indicate the need for asymptomatic STI testing?
- New sexual partner,
- living or travelling to areas of higher prevalence
These factors contribute to a higher risk of STIs.
Who qualifies as a partner of high risk subpopulation for STI testing?
Individuals in relationships with high-risk individuals
This includes partners of those with known STIs or high-risk behaviors.
