After the removal of genital warts, the male patient says, "Now I can have sex again." What information should the nurse provide to this patient?
1. preventing reinfection now that he is cured of the warts
2. using a chemical barrier to avoid impregnating his partner
3. asking every partner if she has a diagnosed sexually transmitted disease
4. using a condom with all sexual activity
Correct Answer: 4
There is no known cure for human papilloma virus; the causative agent for genital warts. The patient needs to be reminded to use condoms to prevent future infections. Chemical barriers will not prevent spread of the human papillomavirus. Former infection from an STI does not prevent future infection.
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