A female patient is complaining of a "watery" vaginal discharge with a "really strong fishy" odor. The nurse suspects that this patient is experiencing what health condition?
1. bacterial vaginosis
2. yeast infection
3. trichomoniasis infection
4. genital warts
Correct Answer: 1
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of vaginal infection in women of reproductive age. The primary manifestation is a vaginal discharge that is thin and grayish-white, and has a foul, fishy odor. Yeast infections present with a thick, cheesy discharge. Trichomoniasis presents with a frothy, yellow discharge with a strong odor. Genital warts are growths.
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