Contraceptive Methods Which Have Been Shown to Substantially Reduce STI

question 4

Multiple Choice

Contraceptive methods which have been shown to substantially reduce STI transmission include:

• A)condoms.
• B)contraceptive foam containing nonoxynol-9.
• C)IUDs.
• D)diaphragms
• E)oral contraceptives

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Definitions:

Intercalated Discs

Specialized connections between cardiac muscle cells that facilitate the coordinated contraction of the heart.

Cardiac Muscle

Specialized, striated muscle tissue found only in the heart, responsible for contracting and pumping blood throughout the body.

Peristalsis

A sequence of ripple-like muscular contractions that propel food along the digestive system.

Aerobic Respiration

A process that requires large amounts of oxygen and uses glucose to make ATP.