A psychiatric nursing instructor is teaching about the psychological effects of the diagnosis of a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Which student statement indicates that further instruction is needed?
A. "STDs carry strong connotations of illicit sex and considerable social stigma."
B. "STDs can cause insanity."
C. "The diagnosis of HIV can generate hopelessness and helplessness."
D. "Antibiotics administered in the early stages can cure all STDs."
ANS: D
The instructor should identify the need for further instruction if a student states that antibiotics can cure all STDs. STDs refer to infections that are contracted primarily through sexual activities or intimate contact. An example of an incurable STD is HIV. STDs are at epidemic levels in the United States.
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