The nurse is caring for a group of clients at a public health clinic. Which sexually transmitted disease would the nurse focus the client education on curative goals?
A) Chlamydia
B) HIV
C) HPV
D) Genital herpes
A
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Chlamydia is the most common and fast spreading bacteria. Because it is a bacteria, with proper treatment, chlamydia is able to be cured. Sexually transmitted diseases that are viruses, such as HIV, HPV, and herpes, can lay dormant in the body thus being difficult to treat.
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a. with the patient and possibly the family. b. that the nurse wants the patient to achieve. c. and actions needed to accomplish the goal. d. that are aggressive to ensure success.
{2/5}% of 52 = _____
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1. "I would like to schedule the same procedure for myself." 2. "Did you research why the cost is less than a plastic surgeon's?" 3. "It is so much better to avoid surgery if possible." 4. "I am sure you will feel much better afterwards."
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