The couple demonstrates under¬standing of the consequences of not treating Chlamydia when they state: (Select all that apply.)
1. "She could become pregnant."
2. "She could have severe vaginal itching."
3. "He could get an infection in the tube that carries the urine out."
4. "It could cause us to develop rashes."
5. "She could develop a worse infection of the uterus and tubes."
3, 5
Rationale:
1. Chlamydia does not cause a woman to become pregnant.
2. Chlamydia does not cause vaginal itching.
3. Chlamydia is a major cause of nongonococcal urethritis (NGU) in men.
4. Chlamydia does not cause a rash.
5. Chlamydia cervicitis can ascend and become pelvic inflammatory disease, or infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and sometimes ovaries.
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