The nurse is caring for a young woman who is newly diagnosed with genital warts. She states, "I heard you can get cancer from STIs. Is that true?" Which response by the nurse is correct?
a. "No, you cannot get cancer from STIs."
b. "Yes, most STIs can lead to cancerous changes if not treated promptly."
c. "Yes, some STIs have been linked to cancer, so adequate treatment is very important."
d. "No, that is not true, but a diagnosis of cancer does increase the risk of contracting an STI."
ANS: C
Herpes, human papillomavirus (HPV), and hepatitis (not most sexually transmitted infections [STIs]) have been associated with cancers. A. Cancer has been associated with some STIs. B Most STIs do not cause cancer. D. Having a diagnosis of cancer does not increase the risk of contracting an STI.
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