Which of the following patients should be treated with ceftriaxone (Rocephin) IM and doxycycline (Vibramycin) orally?
1. A pregnant patient with gonorrhea and a yeast infection
2. A non-pregnant patient with gonorrhea and Chlamydia
3. A pregnant patient with syphilis
4. A non-pregnant patient with Chlamydia and trichomoniasis
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Doxycycline is contraindicated during pregnancy.
Rationale 2: This combined treatment provides dual treatment for gonorrhea and Chlamydia because the two infections frequently occur together.
Rationale 3: Syphilis is treated with penicillin.
Rationale 4: Trichomoniasis is treated with metronidazole.
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