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A 26-year-old client with multiple sexual partners is being assessed for symptoms of dysuria and vaginal discharge. Because the results from the culture of the cervical cells are not available, the client will be treated for both Chlamydia and gonorrhea.
 
  Which explanation by the nurse is best?
  a.
  This early treatment will prevent obstruction to the fallopian tubes.
  b.
  Only azithromycin (Zithromax) is prescribed for both sexually transmitted diseases.
  c.
  The treatment will prevent aortic valve disease and aneurysms.
  d.
  Oral antibiotic treatment will prevent frequent occurrences of meningitis.

Question 2

An African-American female with blisters on the vagina is being treated with acyclovir (Zovirax) for genital herpes. She is angry at her partner for transmitting the infection. Which action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Encourage the client to engage in sexual activity since she is on medication.
  b. Be sensitive to the client's feelings and refer her to a support group.
  c. Reinforce that the disease can no longer be spread to other partners.
  d. Reassure the client that sexual activity will not be painful while on acyclovir.

Question 3

A 19-year-old female is asking the nurse about the vaccine for human papilloma virus (HPV). Which statement by the nurse is accurate?
 
  a. Gardasil protects against all HPV strains.
  b. You are too young to receive the vaccine.
  c. Only females can receive the vaccine.
  d. This will lower your risk for cervical cancer.

Question 4

A nurse is assessing a client who presents with a scaly rash over the palms and soles of the feet and the feeling of muscle aches and malaise. The nurse suspects syphilis. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
 
  a. Reassure the client that this stage is not infectious unless she is pregnant.
  b. Assess the client for hearing loss and generalized weakness.
  c. Don gloves and further assess the client's lesions.
  d. Take a history regarding any cardiovascular symptoms.

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