STD Unit Flashcards

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What does STD stand for?

Sexually transmitted disease

Which STDs are treatable but repeatable? (Select all that apply)

Gonorrhea (correct)

Crabs (pubic lice) (correct)

Trichomonas (correct)

Chlamydia (correct)

Syphilis (correct)

HPV

Which STDs are NOT curable? (Select all that apply)

HPV (correct)

Syphilis

Chlamydia

Herpes (correct)

HIV (correct)

Hepatitis B (correct)

What does HPV stand for?

Human papilloma viruses Signup and view all the answers

What does HIV stand for?

Human immunodeficiency virus Signup and view all the answers

What does AIDS stand for?

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome Signup and view all the answers

Why do teen females have an easier chance of getting an STD?

The cervix in teen females has a weaker cell type that is easier to infect for some STDs. Signup and view all the answers

Why do teens have a higher rate of STDs? (Select all that apply)

Weak cells in the cervix Signup and view all the answers

What are the odds that a sexually active teen will get an STD this year?

1 out of every 4 Signup and view all the answers

True or false: STDs usually happen to people who aren't 'clean'.

False Signup and view all the answers

STDs can result in which of the following? (Select all that apply)

Cancer Signup and view all the answers

If a girl does not treat an STD, what could happen? (Select all that apply)

Pelvic inflammatory disease Signup and view all the answers

If a pregnant woman has an STD, what could happen to the baby? (Select all that apply)

Stillbirth Signup and view all the answers

True or false: herpes and HIV are incurable life-long infections.

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: several STDs increase the chances for HIV transmission and HIV infection.

True Signup and view all the answers

What fluids can transmit STDs? (Select all that apply)

Vaginal fluids Signup and view all the answers

How can STDs be prevented? (Select all that apply)

Abstinence Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for refraining from sexual activity?

Abstinence Signup and view all the answers

What does AIDS signify?

Disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus HIV that decreases functioning of the immune system. Signup and view all the answers

What is ARC in relation to AIDS?

A lesser disease response to the AIDS virus. Signup and view all the answers

What is anal sex?

The inserting of the penis into the anus of a partner, male or female. This form of sex is physically abusive. Signup and view all the answers

What is an antibody?

Proteins substance formed by the body's immune system in response to a foreign agent or antigen. Signup and view all the answers

What is an antigen?

The substance which when introduced into the body causes production of an antibody. Signup and view all the answers

What does antiviral mean?

Literally meaning against a virus any drug that can destroy or weaken a virus. Signup and view all the answers

What is an asymptomatic carrier?

A person who has an infectious organism within the body but does not feel or show outward symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

What does bisexual mean?

Having sexual partners of the same sex and of the opposite sex. Signup and view all the answers

What are body fluids?

Fluids that are manufactured by the body. Signup and view all the answers

What are carriers in terms of disease?

Person who harbors a specific disease carrying organism may not have any active symptoms of the disease but is still capable of spreading the organism to others. Signup and view all the answers

What is casual contact?

Refers to daily interactions between HIV infected persons and others that homework and school. Signup and view all the answers

What does celibacy mean?

Virginity as a response to a gospel invitation virginity consecrated to Jesus Christ. Signup and view all the answers

What is chastity?

Virtue that helps person love unselfishly and responsibly that regulates and humanizes sexual desires sexual abstinence for the unmarried and exclusive heterosexual partnership for the married. Signup and view all the answers

What does communicable mean?

Refers to a disease that may be transmitted from one person to another. Signup and view all the answers

What does compassion mean?

Awareness of person's distress with desire to comfort and alleviate pain. Signup and view all the answers

What is a condom?

A protective sheath that fits over the erect penis. Signup and view all the answers

What does confidential mean?

First to information that may be shared only with permission. Signup and view all the answers

What does contagious mean?

Easy transmission of disease-causing organisms from one person to another. Signup and view all the answers

What does contaminated mean?

Infected with disease-producing germs. Signup and view all the answers

What does disease mean?

The sickness that impairs normal functioning of the body. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Overview of STDs

STD stands for sexually transmitted disease.

Treatable STDs

Treatable but repeatable STDs include:
- Syphilis
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Trichomonas
- Crabs (pubic lice)

Non-Curable STDs

STDs that are not curable include:
- Herpes
- HPV (human papilloma viruses)
- HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)
- Hepatitis B

HIV refers to human immunodeficiency virus.
AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
HPV stands for human papilloma viruses.

Risk Factors for Teens

Teen females are at higher risk due to weaker cervix cell types that are more susceptible to infections.
Higher rates of STDs in teens result from:
- Unprotected sexual activities
- Weak cells in the cervix

Statistics

Odds of a sexually active teen contracting an STD in a year are 1 in 4.

Misconceptions

It is false that STDs primarily affect 'unclean' individuals.

Consequences of Untreated STDs

Untreated STDs can lead to:
- Cancer
- AIDS from HIV
- Potential death

Impacts on Women

If untreated, females may experience:
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- Cervical cancer
- Infertility

Pregnancy Considerations

STDs in pregnant women can cause:
- Infections in the baby
- Birth defects
- Stillbirth

Chronic Infections

Herpes and HIV are incurable, lifelong infections, with the latter leading to increased HIV transmission risk.

Transmission

Fluids capable of transmitting STDs include:
- Vaginal fluids
- Pre-ejaculate
- Semen
- Abnormal discharge (pus)
- Blood

Prevention Strategies

Preventive measures against STDs include:
- Abstinence
- Open discussions with partners
- Using protection (condoms)

Key Definitions

Abstinence: refraining from sexual activity.
AIDS: a disease from HIV that weakens the immune system.
ARC: a lesser disease response to AIDS virus.
Antibody: protein produced by the immune system in response to an antigen.
Antigen: a foreign substance that triggers antibody production.
Antiviral: drugs that can destroy or weaken viruses.
Asymptomatic carrier: an infected person without visible symptoms but can still spread the disease.
Bisexual: having sexual partners of both the same and opposite sex.
Body fluids: various fluids produced by the body.
Carriers: individuals with a disease-causing organism without symptoms, capable of spreading it.
Casual contact: everyday interactions with HIV-infected persons that don't involve transmission.
Celibacy: virginity in response to a religious calling.
Chastity: the virtue of unselfish love and responsible sexual desires.
Communicable: diseases that can be transmitted between individuals.
Compassion: awareness and desire to alleviate someone's distress.
Condom: a protective sheath worn over the erect penis.
Confidential: information shared privately with permission.
Contagious: ease of disease transmission from one person to another.
Contaminated: infected with disease-causing germs.
Disease: any sickness impairing normal body functioning.

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Test your knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases with these flashcards. Learn about treatable and incurable STDs, as well as the meanings of key acronyms like HIV and HPV. Perfect for health education and awareness.