Question

One can avoid transmission of STDs by:

i. Avoiding sex with multiple partners

ii. Always having protected sex with unknown partners

iii. Not using condoms during intercourse

iv. Avoiding sex with unknown partners

v. Avoiding needle sharing

• A. ii, iii, iv, v
• B. i, ii, iii, iv
• C. i, ii, iv, v
• D. iii, iv, v

Answer 1

The correct option is C i, ii, iv, v

To avoid transmission of STDs one should take the following precautions:

- They should avoid having sex with multiple partners as it increases chances of spread of the infections.

- Using condoms does not allow direct contact between the skins of individuals thus it greatly helps to protect transmission.

- Unprotected intercourse causes an exchange of body fluids between the individuals as it increases the chance of transmission.

- One must not have sexual relationships with unknown persons as it increases chances of transmission.

- Sharing of needles brings the body fluid of one individual in contact with that of another thus causing transmission.