Which Statement Most Accurately Describes the Status of Syphilis in the United

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which statement most accurately describes the status of syphilis in the United States today?

• A) It has been almost completely eliminated by antibiotic treatment.
• B) There is a lower incidence today than a century ago, but a large percentage of cases still progress to the tertiary phase.
• C) It has recently rebounded, with three distinct, interconnected epidemics.
• D) It has recently rebounded, with a clear epidemic across all sexually active populations.
• E) It is currently at low levels, but new mutations have significantly increased infection rates.

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Definitions:

Venue

(1) The place where a hearing takes place. Its geographic location is determined by each state’s statutes and based on where the parties live or where the event occurred or the alleged wrong was committed. (2) A legal doctrine relating to the selection of a court with subject-matter and personal jurisdiction that is the most appropriate geographic location for the resolution of the dispute.

Standing

The legal right of a party or an individual to bring a lawsuit by demonstrating to the court sufficient connection to and harm from the law or action challenged (i.e., the plaintiff has to demonstrate that he or she is harmed or will be harmed). Otherwise, the court will dismiss the case, ruling that the plaintiff “lacks standing” to bring the suit.

Sue

To initiate legal proceedings against another party, typically to seek redress for a grievance or enforcement of a right.

Permission Slip

A document that a parent or guardian signs to give permission for their child to participate in a specific activity, often used in educational settings.