HIV/AIDS 101

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Anticipated Date Of Attendance:  Calendar

Directions: Read each question carefully and select the most correct answer.

1. HIV tests are designed to test for HIV antibodies, not the HIV virus.

   True
   False
   
   

2. HIV and AIDS mean the same thing.

   True
   False
   
   

3. Female condoms, made from polyurethane, are effective protection for people who are allergic to latex and just as effective as latex condoms in preventing the transmission of HIV.

   True
   False
   
   

4. If you are positive and pregnant, there are medicines you can take that can greatly decrease the chances of your baby having HIV.

   True
   False
    

5. A person giving blood is at risk for contracting HIV.

   True
   False
    

6. Mosquitoes can spread HIV.

   True
   False
    

7. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of getting HIV.

   True
   False
    

8. Someone can contract HIV from an HIV positive person's toilet seat or drinking glass.

   True
   False
    

9. Sharing needles to inject steroids or vitamins is not a risk for spreading HIV.

   True
   False
    

10. HIV is not present in . . .  (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

    Semen and vaginal secretions (a)
    Sweat (b)
    Blood (c)
    Breast milk (d)

     

11. It is important to use a water-based lubricant when using a latex condom.

    True
    False

     

12. HIV confidential testing vs. anonymous testing means:

    Check only the correct answer

    the client gives his/her name vs. client not giving his/her name (a)
    the client does not have to give his/her name in either testing situation (b)
    the client has to give his/her name in both testing situations (c)
    the client has to give his/her partner's name in both testing situations (d)