A.P. says she does not understand why her partners must be told about the infection. How
would you respond?
What will be an ideal response?
A majority of those with chlamydial infections have no symptoms. Because the infection can have
serious health effects, including infertility, it is important that those infected receive treatment to
reduce their risk of serious health effects and to stop the spread of the infection to others. Stress that
the persons whom the health department contacts will not be informed of her identity.
You might also like to view...
A patient is receiving both digoxin (Lanoxin) and furosemide (Lasix). What adverse effect should the health care provider assess the patient for because of the possibility of drug interac-tion?
a. Heart failure b. Arrhythmias c. Hypervolemia d. Hypovolemia
Of the many adverse effects of tetracycline (Sumycin), one of the most serious is pseudomem-branous colitis. This disorder most likely occurs because tetracycline is a(n)
a. broad-spectrum antibiotic. b. narrow-spectrum antibiotic. c. highly protein bound medication. d. acid-labile drug.
Ordered: heparin infusion at 8 units/kg/h. The heparin infusion is 10,000 units heparin/250 mL D5W. The
patient weighs 90 lb. If the dose is safe, calculate the flow rate: __________. If not, write: not safe. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A nurse is teaching a client about good oral hygiene. What information should the nurse provide the client regarding oral hygiene and mouth care?
A) Floss forcefully to remove debris between teeth. B) Practice oral hygiene to improve appetite and taste of food. C) Use a small toothbrush for sensitive teeth and gums. D) Moisten lips with water to prevent dryness.