A patient with trichomoniasis comes to the walk-in clinic. In developing a care plan for this patient the nurse would know to include what as an important aspect of treating this patient?
A) Both partners are treated with metronidazole (Flagyl).
B) Constipation and menstrual difficulties may occur.
C) Perform Kegel exercises 30 to 80 times daily.
D) Care will involve hormonal therapy to control the pain.
Ans: A
Feedback: The most effective treatment for trichomoniasis is metronidazole (Flagyl). Both partners receive a one-time loading dose or a smaller dose three times a day for 1 week. In pelvic inflammatory disease, menstrual difficulties and constipation may occur. Kegel exercises are prescribed to help strengthen weakened muscles associated with cystocele. (Refer to Chart 47-4.) A treatment of endometriosis is hormonal therapy, which is effective in suppressing the endometriosis and relieving menstrual pain.
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