The nurse at an outpatient clinic is educating a group of young adults regarding prevention of the spread of sexually transmitted infections.Information will include(Select all that apply.)

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Abstinence will prevent sexually transmitted infections,and use of sexual abstinence during the communicable phase of any disease will prevent reinfection.All sexual partners need to understand the importance of "partner services," the documentation of all sexual partners for the purpose of providing evaluation and treatment.Hormonal contraceptives do not prevent sexually transmitted infections.When infections are present,abstain from sexual intercourse.A recent study indicates that frequent use of nonoxynol 9 may actually increase the risk of HIV infection during vaginal intercourse because of irritation of vaginal tissues.

The Nurse at an Outpatient Clinic Is Educating a Group