A clinic nurse sees adolescent girls frequently. Many of the girls should be screened for gonorrhea and Chlamydia infection, but they balk at having a pelvic exam. What option can the nurse offer these girls?

A.
Blood draw
B.
Limited pelvic exam
C.
No alternative
D.
Urine collection


ANS: D
A urine sample can be used for gonorrhea and Chlamydia testing and is a good alternative for patients aged 13-18. The other options are incorrect.

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