Jennie is sexually active. What questions should she ask herself to gain a better understanding of how to protect herself and her partners from contracting an STI?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers can vary but should touch on most of the following.Jennie should ask herself the following questions:1) Do I plan ahead before I get into a sexual situation?2) Do I know whether my partner now has or has ever had an STI? Am I comfortable asking my partner this question?3) Am I in a mutually monogamous sexual relationship, and do I know that my partner does not have an STI?4) Do I have multiple sexual partners? If so, do I always practice safe sex?5) Do I avoid alcohol and drugs in situations where I may end up having planned or unplanned sex?6) Do I abstain from sexual activity if I know or suspect that I have an STI? Do I seek medical care and advice as to when I can safely resume sexual activity?

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