NU 545 UNIT 3 STI EXAM REVIEW 2026 | SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED
INFECTIONS | MOST TESTED QUESTIONS & VERIFIED ANSWERS |
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE | UPDATED VERSION
1. What antibiotic is primarily recommended for treating gonorrhea?
Doxycycline
Ceftriaxone
Azithromycin
Penicillin
2. Discuss the importance of multidrug administration in the treatment of
gonorrhea.
Multidrug administration is used to increase the effectiveness of a
single drug.
Multidrug administration is only required for severe cases of
gonorrhea.
Multidrug administration is necessary to treat all STIs simultaneously.
Multidrug administration is important to reduce the risk of
resistance to treatment.
3. If a college health center implements a campaign promoting consistent
condom use and regular STI screenings, what outcome might they expect to
see in the student population?
A decrease in the incidence of STIs among students
An increase in risky sexual behaviors
No change in STI rates
An increase in the number of sexual partners
,4. How does Neisseria gonorrhoeae attach to mucosal cells for infection?
Flagella
Capsule
Pili
Cilia
5. Describe the characteristics of latent syphilis and its significance in STI
management.
Latent syphilis is a stage where the infection is completely eradicated,
indicating successful treatment.
Latent syphilis is characterized by severe symptoms that require
immediate medical attention.
Latent syphilis is characterized by the absence of clinical symptoms
while the infection remains present, making it significant for STI
management as it can lead to complications if untreated.
Latent syphilis is a stage where symptoms are mild and easily
overlooked, which does not require treatment.
6. Describe the relationship between chancroid and its common associations
with certain behaviors.
Chancroid is unrelated to any specific social behaviors.
Chancroid is commonly found in monogamous relationships.
Chancroid is primarily linked to poor hygiene practices.
Chancroid is often associated with prostitution and illicit drug use.
,7. Granuloma inguinale, which causes papules through stages is caused by
which bacterium?
Haemophilus ducreyi
Klebsiella granulomatis
Chlamydia trachomatis
8. Chlamydia is one of the most common sti's in the U.S. Specifically, in females,
if Chlamydia is left untreated, which of the following may occur?
Urethral strictures, Uterine prolapse, Recurrent bacterial vaginosis
Eye infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Intrauterine growth
restriction
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Eye infections, Ectopic Pregnancy
Infertility, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Urethral strictures,
Ectopic Pregnancy
9. What is suggested in your text as one of the most useful things people who
are sexually active can do to prevent STIs?
Have a yearly pap test.
Get tested.
Only have one partner at a time.
Don't have sex before you are 18.
10. Discuss the significance of screening for STIs in relation to public health,
particularly for younger individuals.
Screening is only necessary for older populations.
, Screening is mainly for educational purposes and does not impact
public health.
Screening does not affect the transmission rates of STIs.
Screening for STIs is significant in public health as it helps identify
infections early, reduces transmission rates, and prevents
complications, particularly in younger individuals who are at higher
risk.
11. Which type of herpes simplex virus is most commonly associated with
recurrent genital herpes infections?
HSV-2
CMV
HSV-1
VZV
12. Describe how regular STI screenings contribute to the prevention of sexually
transmitted infections.
Regular STI screenings help identify infections early, allowing for
timely treatment and reducing the risk of transmission.
Regular STI screenings are not effective in preventing STIs.
Regular STI screenings are only necessary for symptomatic
individuals.
Regular STI screenings only benefit those who are already infected.
13. How long should patients abstain from sexual activity after being treated for
a STI?
14 days
INFECTIONS | MOST TESTED QUESTIONS & VERIFIED ANSWERS |
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE | UPDATED VERSION
1. What antibiotic is primarily recommended for treating gonorrhea?
Doxycycline
Ceftriaxone
Azithromycin
Penicillin
2. Discuss the importance of multidrug administration in the treatment of
gonorrhea.
Multidrug administration is used to increase the effectiveness of a
single drug.
Multidrug administration is only required for severe cases of
gonorrhea.
Multidrug administration is necessary to treat all STIs simultaneously.
Multidrug administration is important to reduce the risk of
resistance to treatment.
3. If a college health center implements a campaign promoting consistent
condom use and regular STI screenings, what outcome might they expect to
see in the student population?
A decrease in the incidence of STIs among students
An increase in risky sexual behaviors
No change in STI rates
An increase in the number of sexual partners
,4. How does Neisseria gonorrhoeae attach to mucosal cells for infection?
Flagella
Capsule
Pili
Cilia
5. Describe the characteristics of latent syphilis and its significance in STI
management.
Latent syphilis is a stage where the infection is completely eradicated,
indicating successful treatment.
Latent syphilis is characterized by severe symptoms that require
immediate medical attention.
Latent syphilis is characterized by the absence of clinical symptoms
while the infection remains present, making it significant for STI
management as it can lead to complications if untreated.
Latent syphilis is a stage where symptoms are mild and easily
overlooked, which does not require treatment.
6. Describe the relationship between chancroid and its common associations
with certain behaviors.
Chancroid is unrelated to any specific social behaviors.
Chancroid is commonly found in monogamous relationships.
Chancroid is primarily linked to poor hygiene practices.
Chancroid is often associated with prostitution and illicit drug use.
,7. Granuloma inguinale, which causes papules through stages is caused by
which bacterium?
Haemophilus ducreyi
Klebsiella granulomatis
Chlamydia trachomatis
8. Chlamydia is one of the most common sti's in the U.S. Specifically, in females,
if Chlamydia is left untreated, which of the following may occur?
Urethral strictures, Uterine prolapse, Recurrent bacterial vaginosis
Eye infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Intrauterine growth
restriction
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Eye infections, Ectopic Pregnancy
Infertility, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Urethral strictures,
Ectopic Pregnancy
9. What is suggested in your text as one of the most useful things people who
are sexually active can do to prevent STIs?
Have a yearly pap test.
Get tested.
Only have one partner at a time.
Don't have sex before you are 18.
10. Discuss the significance of screening for STIs in relation to public health,
particularly for younger individuals.
Screening is only necessary for older populations.
, Screening is mainly for educational purposes and does not impact
public health.
Screening does not affect the transmission rates of STIs.
Screening for STIs is significant in public health as it helps identify
infections early, reduces transmission rates, and prevents
complications, particularly in younger individuals who are at higher
risk.
11. Which type of herpes simplex virus is most commonly associated with
recurrent genital herpes infections?
HSV-2
CMV
HSV-1
VZV
12. Describe how regular STI screenings contribute to the prevention of sexually
transmitted infections.
Regular STI screenings help identify infections early, allowing for
timely treatment and reducing the risk of transmission.
Regular STI screenings are not effective in preventing STIs.
Regular STI screenings are only necessary for symptomatic
individuals.
Regular STI screenings only benefit those who are already infected.
13. How long should patients abstain from sexual activity after being treated for
a STI?
14 days
