Question 1

Whereas most other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)are treatable,which of the following STD eventually results in "opportunistic" diseases invading the body once the immune system is weakened?

Accepted Answer

HIV eventually weakens the immune system, leaving the body susceptible to opportunistic infections and diseases such as AIDS. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and genital herpes are treatable with antibiotics and antiviral medications.

Question 2

In North America,the people who are at greatest risk for HIV infection are

Accepted Answer

In North America, men who have had sex with other men, heterosexuals with a history of multiple partners, and people who have shared needles for tattoos or intravenous drug use are all at significant risk for HIV infection. Therefore, the correct choice is D, all of these.

Question 3

Which is considered a risky behavior in relation to AIDS?

Accepted Answer

Having multiple sex partners puts a person at a higher risk of contracting HIV, the virus that can lead to AIDS. Whispering close to someone, sharing drinking glasses, and using a public toilet seat are not considered risky behaviors for transmitting HIV.

Question 4

Regarding HIV/AIDS,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

HIV cannot be transmitted through sweat, tears, or social kissing. It is primarily spread through sexual contact, sharing needles, and mother-to-child transmission.

Question 5

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by direct contact with

Accepted Answer

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by all of these direct contacts with semen, vaginal secretions and blood. It can also be transmitted through breast milk, sharing needles, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.

Question 6

The spread of the AIDS virus is occurring

Accepted Answer

The spread of the AIDS virus is not limited to any particular group of people, but is occurring among homosexuals, bisexuals, and heterosexuals. It can also be spread through drug use, blood transfusions, and mother-to-child transmission.

Question 7

According to the text,the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among

Accepted Answer

The text states that the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among heterosexuals and women, African Americans and Hispanics, and children. Therefore, all of these groups (Choice D) are the correct answer.

Question 8

Regarding HIV/AIDS,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Around the world, approximately half of all HIV cases are female.

Question 9

Marta has a fever and is experiencing intense pain in her lower back and abdomen.The gynecologist tells her that she has a sexually transmitted disease,which can be cured with antibiotics and is called

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described are indicative of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which is a bacterial infection of the reproductive organs caused by sexually transmitted bacteria. Antibiotics are the preferred treatment for PID. Genital herpes (A) is a viral infection characterized by painful blisters, while HPV (B) can cause genital warts and increase the risk of certain cancers. Hepatitis B (D) is a viral infection that affects the liver. None of these conditions present with the specific symptoms described in the question.

Question 10

After becoming infected by the HIV virus,a person can still test negative for HIV for up to

Accepted Answer

After becoming infected by the HIV virus, a person can still test negative for HIV for up to six months. This is known as the "window period" during which the virus may not be detectable by current HIV tests. It's important to practice safe sex and get regular HIV testing even after a negative result during the window period to prevent the spread of the virus.

Question 11

Which of the following statements regarding the spread of HIV is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

AIDS does not have a long incubation period during which it cannot be spread to others. In fact, people are most infectious during the early stages of HIV infection and can spread the virus even if they do not show any symptoms. It is important to practice safe sex and get tested regularly to prevent the spread of HIV.

Question 12

Which of the following describes how AIDS kills its victims?

Accepted Answer

HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, attacks the immune system, specifically the CD4 cells. As the virus multiplies and destroys CD4 cells, the body becomes unable to fight off other infections and illnesses. This makes a person with AIDS vulnerable to a wide range of opportunistic infections, which can ultimately lead to death.

Question 13

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

Accepted Answer

The AIDS virus can be transmitted through direct contact with infected blood or bodily fluids, such as through sharing of needles or unprotected sexual contact. Social kissing, sharing towels, and shaking hands are not known to transmit the virus.

Question 14

Individuals who contract which of the following sexually transmitted diseases have to have the growths that occur removed by surgery or laser?

Accepted Answer

Human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause genital warts, which are growths that may need to be removed by surgery or laser. Chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease, and gonorrhea do not typically result in growths that require removal by surgery or laser.

Question 15

Mild cases of this sexually transmitted disease may have no symptoms,but infections can cause chronic liver disease,cirrhosis of the liver,or liver cancer?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea are all sexually transmitted infections that can cause various symptoms, but none of them specifically target the liver. Hepatitis B, on the other hand, is a virus that infects the liver and can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer if left untreated.

Question 16

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

Accepted Answer

The AIDS virus is not transmitted through food, sweat, tears, or social kissing. It is primarily spread through unprotected sexual activity, sharing needles or syringes, or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.

Question 17

According to your textbook,which of the following is a FALSE statement concerning HIV and AIDS?

Accepted Answer

HIV is not transmitted through casual contact such as sharing drinking glasses or eating food prepared by an infected person. The virus is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, sharing of injection drug needles, and mother-to-child transmission during childbirth or breastfeeding.

Question 18

Although newer multidrug therapies have greatly improved the odds of survival,which sexually transmitted disease cannot be cured with the person eventuallly dying from multiple infections?

Accepted Answer

HIV/AIDS is the only sexually transmitted disease that cannot be cured, although newer multidrug therapies can greatly improve the odds of survival. Without treatment, HIV can lead to multiple infections and can be fatal. Hepatitis B, syphilis, and HPV can all be cured or managed with treatment.

Question 19

Which of the following causes symptoms that include prolonged fatigue,swollen lymph nodes,fever lasting more than ten days,night sweats,unexplained weight loss,purplish lesions on the skin,persistent cough or sore throat,persistent colds,persistent diarrhea,easy bruising or unexplained bleeding?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described are common with HIV/AIDS, a viral infection that attacks the body's immune system. Chlamydia, hepatitis B, and pelvic inflammatory disease do not typically cause these specific symptoms.

Question 20

What percent of HIV infected individuals are unaware of their infections?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 48: Human Sexuality: Sexual Behavior, Response, and Attitudes

Whereas most other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are treatable,which of the following STD eventually results in "opportunistic" diseases invading the body once the immune system is weakened?

In North America,the people who are at greatest risk for HIV infection are

Which is considered a risky behavior in relation to AIDS?

Regarding HIV/AIDS,which of the following statements is FALSE?

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by direct contact with

The spread of the AIDS virus is occurring

According to the text,the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among

Regarding HIV/AIDS,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Marta has a fever and is experiencing intense pain in her lower back and abdomen.The gynecologist tells her that she has a sexually transmitted disease,which can be cured with antibiotics and is called

After becoming infected by the HIV virus,a person can still test negative for HIV for up to

Which of the following statements regarding the spread of HIV is FALSE?

Which of the following describes how AIDS kills its victims?

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

Individuals who contract which of the following sexually transmitted diseases have to have the growths that occur removed by surgery or laser?

Mild cases of this sexually transmitted disease may have no symptoms,but infections can cause chronic liver disease,cirrhosis of the liver,or liver cancer?

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

According to your textbook,which of the following is a FALSE statement concerning HIV and AIDS?

Although newer multidrug therapies have greatly improved the odds of survival,which sexually transmitted disease cannot be cured with the person eventuallly dying from multiple infections?

Which of the following causes symptoms that include prolonged fatigue,swollen lymph nodes,fever lasting more than ten days,night sweats,unexplained weight loss,purplish lesions on the skin,persistent cough or sore throat,persistent colds,persistent diarrhea,easy bruising or unexplained bleeding?

What percent of HIV infected individuals are unaware of their infections?