The nurse reviews the consequences of not treating a chlamydial infection with a young couple. Which statements indicate that teaching has been effective? Select all that apply
1. "She could become pregnant."
2. "It could cause us to develop rashes."
3. "She could have severe vaginal itching."
4. "She could develop a worse infection of the uterus and tubes."
5. "He could get an infection in the tube that carries the urine out."
4, 5
Explanation:
1. Chlamydial infection does not cause a woman to become pregnant.
2. Chlamydial infection does not cause a rash.
3. Chlamydial infection does not cause vaginal itching.
4. Chlamydial cervicitis can ascend and become pelvic inflammatory disease, or infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and sometimes ovaries.
5. Chlamydia trachomatis is a major cause of nongonococcal urethritis (NGU) in men.
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