A 20-year-old patient is demonstrating small painful blisters on her labia that occurred after having sex with her new boyfriend about six days ago. The nurse would determine that the STI this patient is most likely experiencing would be which of the following?

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The presence of small painful blisters on the labia suggests the patient is experiencing an outbreak of genital herpes, a viral STI caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The blisters can be accompanied by flu-like symptoms and may cycle through outbreaks throughout the patient's life. Syphilis typically presents with painless sores or rashes, while gonorrhea and chlamydia may present with discharge or pain during urination.

A 20-Year-Old Patient Is Demonstrating Small Painful Blisters on Her