The nurse is reviewing orders written for a patient with uncomplicated gonorrhea. Which medications should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. cefoxitin
2. ceftriaxone
3. doxycycline
4. clindamycin
5. azithromycin
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 5
Most patients with uncomplicated gonorrheal infections are treated with a single intramuscular dose of ceftriaxone and an oral course of azithromycin or doxycycline. Because patients with gonorrhea frequently also are infected with C. trachomatis, concurrent treatment with azithromycin or doxycycline is recommended. Cefoxitin and clindamycin are used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is caring for a patient with increased intracranial pressure and confusion. Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for this patient?
1. keep the patient's room dark at night 2. encourage the family to visit whenever possible 3. keep noise to a minimum 4. keep one side rail down at all times
Screening for children who meet the following criteria should begin at age 10 and occur every 3 years thereafter:
1. BMI above the 85th percentile for age and sex 2. Family history of diabetes in first- or second-degree relative 3. Hypertension based on criteria for children 4. Any of the above
A new patient has been admitted to the pediatric unit. The nurse is about to meet the patient and his family. The nurse:
a. Towers over the child to show she is in charge b. Shows warmth and friendliness to the child and family c. Should be detached and very formal d. Hurries through the interview to lessen the stress on the child
Nurses can help avoid cross-cultural misunderstandings by: a. allowing their beliefs to influence how theyinteract with others
b. only caring for individuals they feel comfortablewith. c. developing an understanding of the culturaldiversity of the people they work with and care for. d. none of the above.