17 Questions
Which of the following is a key clinical feature of syphilis?
Rash on the palms and soles
When taking a sexual history, which of the following is the MOST important question to ask?
When was the last time you had any type of sexual activity with any partner?
Which of the following is a key clinical feature of chlamydia?
Painful urination
Which of the following is a key clinical feature of gonorrhea?
Profuse vaginal discharge
How are bacterial STIs like syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea relevant to the HIV epidemic?
They increase the risk of acquiring HIV by damaging the genital mucosa.
What is the primary mechanism by which bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) increase the risk of HIV acquisition?
Bacterial STIs cause inflammation, which increases the number of HIV target cells at the site of infection.
When taking a sexual history, which of the following questions is MOST important to ask a patient to assess their risk of STIs?
How many sexual partners have you had in the last year?
Which of the following is a characteristic clinical feature of primary syphilis?
Painless, firm genital ulcer
Which of the following is a common symptom of uncomplicated chlamydia infection in women?
Thick, yellow-green vaginal discharge
Which of the following is a characteristic clinical feature of gonorrhea infection in men?
Painful, burning urination
Which of the following explains how bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can increase the risk of HIV transmission?
Bacterial STIs disrupt the mucosal barrier, allowing HIV to enter the body more easily.
Which of the following is a key clinical feature of syphilis?
Malaise and fever within hours of the first dose of treatment
What is an important consideration when taking a sexual history?
Understanding the patient's sexual practices and behaviors
Which of the following is a common clinical manifestation of chlamydia?
Cervicitis
Which of the following is a potential manifestation of gonorrhea?
All of the above
Why is it important to address bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the context of the HIV epidemic?
Bacterial STIs can increase the risk of HIV transmission
Which of the following statements about gonorrhea is true?
It is often asymptomatic, especially in younger women
Test your knowledge on bacterial sexually transmitted infections, including Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea. Learn about the relevance of bacterial STIs to the HIV epidemic and understand how to take a sexual history for specimen collection.
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