A 21-year-old college student has sought care because of the vaginal burning, itching, and redness that have become worse in recent weeks. Which of the clinician's assessment questions is most likely to apply to a diagnosis of vaginitis?
A) "Have your periods been regular in the last few months?"
B) "Have you ever had a sexually transmitted infection?"
C) "Are you using oral contraceptives?"
D) "Have you ever been pregnant?"
Ans: B
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In women of childbearing years, causes of vaginitis are often a manifestation of some organisms that can be transmitted sexually. The use of oral contraceptives and menstrual disorders are not associated with the incidence of vaginitis, and previous pregnancies are not identified as risk factors or causes.
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