World AIDS Day 2012 Quiz

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    What does AIDS stand for?

    • Attacked Immune Defense Systems
    • Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome
    • Auto Immune Damage (the 's' just makes it plural)
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The World AIDS Day 2012 Quiz assesses knowledge on HIV\/AIDS, including transmission routes, global statistics, and clarifying common misconceptions. It is designed to enhance awareness and understanding, making it relevant for learners interested in global health issues.

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  • 2. 

    By which of the following routes can HIV be transmitted?

    • Unprotected sex (vaginal or anal)

    • Unprotected sex (oral)

    • Sharing contaminated needles

    • From mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breast feeding

    • All the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All the above
    Explanation
    HIV can be transmitted through multiple routes, including unprotected sexual intercourse (both vaginal and anal), unprotected oral sex, sharing contaminated needles, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. All of these routes can facilitate the transmission of the virus, highlighting the importance of practicing safe sex, avoiding needle sharing, and implementing preventive measures to reduce mother-to-child transmission.

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  • 3. 

    There is no cure for HIV and AIDS

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Sadly not, but treatment options are improving every day

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  • 4. 

    If you have HIV or AIDS, you can only have HIV positive children

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The majority of women who follow their doctors advice during pregnancy are able to have HIV negative babies.

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  • 5. 

    If you have HIV you also have AIDS

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    HIV is the infection which, if untreated, eventually causes AIDS

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  • 6. 

    Approximately how many children are living with HIV and AIDS worldwide?

    • 3.4 thousand

    • 34 thousand

    • 3.4 million

    • 34 million

    Correct Answer
    A. 3.4 million
    Explanation
    There are approximately 3.4 million children living with HIV and AIDS worldwide. This statistic represents the number of children who have been infected with the virus and are currently living with the disease. HIV and AIDS continue to be a significant global health issue, particularly affecting vulnerable populations such as children. The high number of children living with HIV and AIDS highlights the importance of prevention, treatment, and support services for this population.

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    Approximately how many people are living with HIV and AIDS worldwide?

    • 3.4 thousand

    • 34 thousand

    • 3.4 million

    • 34 million

    Correct Answer
    A. 34 million
    Explanation
    The answer is 34 million because HIV and AIDS are global epidemics affecting millions of people worldwide. The number of people living with HIV and AIDS is much higher than the options given, with estimates reaching into the tens of millions. Therefore, 34 million is a more accurate approximation of the global prevalence of HIV and AIDS.

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