A rape victim is being seen in the clinic. Upon assessment it is discovered the client has contracted syphilis. Which prescription does the nurse anticipate for this client?
A) Penicillin
B) Ceftriaxone and azithromycin
C) Tinidazole
D) Doxycycline
Answer: A
Syphilis is treated with penicillin. Gonorrhea is treated with a combination of ceftriaxone and either azithromycin or doxycycline. Trichomoniasis is treated with tinidazole or metronidazole. Chlamydia is treated with doxycycline.
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