Question 1

A long asymptomatic latent phase is characteristic of which of the following sexually transmitted infections?&#10;A) Gonorrhea&#10;B) Syphilis&#10;C) Chlamydia&#10;D) Hepatitis B

Accepted Answer

Syphilis is known for having a long asymptomatic latent phase, which can last years to decades before any noticeable symptoms appear. Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Hepatitis B typically have more immediate symptoms after infection.

Question 2

Genital warts are caused by infection with herpesvirus type 2.

Accepted Answer

Genital warts are caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV), not herpesvirus type 2. Herpesvirus type 2 can cause genital herpes, which is a different viral infection that may cause blister-like sores on or around the genitals.

Question 3

The organism responsible for syphilis is Treponema pallidum.

Accepted Answer

Treponema pallidum is a spirochete bacterium responsible for causing syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection.

Question 4

Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the sexually transmitted infections below (letters may be used more than once or not at all).
Gonorrhea

A)Acyclovir
B)Doxycycline
C)Penicillin
D)Cephalosporin
E)Metronidazole

Accepted Answer

Penicillin is the recommended antimicrobial for treating syphilis.

Question 5

Infection with some strains of human papillomavirus increases the risk of developing cervical cancer.

Accepted Answer

Certain strains of human papillomavirus can cause changes in the cells of the cervix, which can eventually lead to cervical cancer if left undetected and untreated. Regular cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccinations can help prevent this type of cancer.

Question 6

The incidence of primary syphilis is very low in the United States, and it is an unlikely cause of sexually transmitted infection.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. While the incidence of primary syphilis has decreased in recent years, it is still a sexually transmitted infection that can be contracted in the United States. It is important for individuals to practice safe sex and get tested regularly to prevent and detect syphilis.

Question 7

Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the sexually transmitted infections below (letters may be used more than once or not at all).
Gonorrhea

A)Acyclovir
B)Doxycycline
C)Penicillin
D)Cephalosporin
E)Metronidazole

Accepted Answer

Acyclovir is the recommended antimicrobial for Herpes. Doxycycline is used for bacterial STIs such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, while penicillin and cephalosporin are used for syphilis. Metronidazole is used for vaginal trichomoniasis.

Question 8

A painless ulceration called a chancre is a lesion associated with infection by&#10;A) human papillomavirus.&#10;B) N. gonorrhoeae.&#10;C) C. trachomatis.&#10;D) T. pallidum.

Accepted Answer

A painless ulceration called a chancre is a characteristic sign of primary syphilis, which is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Therefore, the best choice for this question is D. Human papillomavirus, N. gonorrhoeae, and C. trachomatis are not known to cause chancres.

Question 9

Chlamydia and gonorrhea are sexually transmitted infections that may be asymptomatic in females.

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia and gonorrhea often have no symptoms in females, which can result in undiagnosed and untreated infections that can lead to serious complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility. It is important for sexually active individuals to get regularly tested and treated for these infections.

Question 10

Which of the following infections is self-limited and does not require therapy?&#10;A) Syphilis&#10;B) Nongonococcal cervicitis&#10;C) Gonorrhea&#10;D) Molluscum contagiosum

Accepted Answer

Molluscum contagiosum is a self-limiting viral infection that typically resolves on its own without any specific therapy. Syphilis, nongonococcal cervicitis, and gonorrhea all require therapy to fully resolve and prevent potential long-term complications.

Question 11

The organism most commonly associated with pelvic inflammatory disease is&#10;A) Neisseria gonorrhoeae.&#10;B) Treponema pallidum.&#10;C) Escherichia coli.&#10;D) Chlamydia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The organism most commonly associated with pelvic...

Question 12

A urethral swab for culture would not be the most effective way to detect&#10;A) syphilis.&#10;B) chlamydia.&#10;C) gonorrhea.&#10;D) trichomoniasis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A urethral swab for culture would not...

Question 13

Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the sexually transmitted infections below (letters may be used more than once or not at all).
Gonorrhea

A)Acyclovir
B)Doxycycline
C)Penicillin
D)Cephalosporin
E)Metronidazole

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the...

Question 14

Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the sexually transmitted infections below (letters may be used more than once or not at all).
Gonorrhea

A)Acyclovir
B)Doxycycline
C)Penicillin
D)Cephalosporin
E)Metronidazole

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following recommended antimicrobials with the...

Question 15

The most common cause of nongonococcal urethritis and cervicitis is Chlamydia trachomatis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The most common cause of nongonococcal urethritis...

Deck 34: Sexually Transmitted Infections