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Developed by JHPIEGO’s Training in Reproductive Health Project with funding from USAID.

Lesson 3: Prevention of Sexual Transmission of HIV
Instructor: Jean Anderson, MD

Quiz

The following quiz is designed to highlight some key points. Write a note of your answers and check them against the answer key. No peeking!

Select ONE best answer for each of the following questions:

1. Protection against pregnancy, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections can be achieved by:
   1. Use of hormonal contraception 
   2. Use of spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 
   3. Use of natural skin condoms 
   4. Use of female condoms
   5. Withdrawing before ejaculation
2. Which of the following factors increases the risk of sexual transmission?
   1. Use of antiretroviral drugs 
   2. The female partner has a trichomonas infection 
   3. Use of a diaphragm for contraception 
   4. Male circumcision 
   5. Use of condoms
3. Which of the following is true about spermicides containing nonoxynol-9?
   1. Decrease likelihood of mucosal irritation 
   2. May increase HIV transmission, especially in women with high rates of sexual activity 
   3. Decrease vaginal lubrication 
   4. Protect against infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) 
   5. Provide no protection against pregnancy
4. Which of the following are true statements about the female condom?
   1. Made of latex 
   2. Is associated with irritation in most users 
   3. Can be safely reused if washed, rinsed and air dried after initial use 
   4. Should be used only with water-based lubricants 
   5. Must be disposed of after one use