Question
AIDS is a fatal disease caused by HIV, a virus that attacks and destroys the human immune system. Which of the following activities is a risk factor for transmitting HIV? (SC.912.L.14.52)
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sharing needles
shaking hands or kissing
being bitten by mosquitoes and ticks
coming in contact with infected toilet seats
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1 point
sharing needles
shaking hands or kissing
being bitten by mosquitoes and ticks
coming in contact with infected toilet seats
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The activity that is a risk factor for transmitting HIV is **sharing needles**.
HIV is primarily transmitted through blood, vaginal fluids, semen, and breast milk. Sharing needles can lead to the exchange of infected blood, which is a direct route for HIV transmission. The other options listed do not pose a risk for HIV transmission.
HIV is primarily transmitted through blood, vaginal fluids, semen, and breast milk. Sharing needles can lead to the exchange of infected blood, which is a direct route for HIV transmission. The other options listed do not pose a risk for HIV transmission.