Table 2 HIV/AIDS knowledge

1. The AIDS virus cannot be transmitted by coughing

2. The AIDS virus cannot penetrate healthy skin

3. There is no concern over infection if sexual activity is limited to one specific partner

4. People infected with the AIDS virus look unhealthy

5. Sexual intercourse has the danger of HIV infection

6. The routes of infection are through the blood, from sexual intercourse, and from mother to child

7. There is no possibility of infection if there are no abnormalities in the sexual organs or the surrounding area

8. Sexual intercourse is completely safe if a condom is used

9. The period for the development is long after a person is infected with HIV. While it differs according to the individual, it ranges from five to 15 years, and averages 10 years

10. The onset of AIDS after infection with HIV can be delayed due to advances in treatment with drugs