A patient diagnosed with gonorrhea has not been adhering to the prescribed medication regimen. Which findings could indicate the patient is experiencing complications of the disease? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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Gonorrhea can lead to complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which can cause elevated WBC count (A), severe abdominal pain (B), and tenderness upon palpation (D). Ambulating slowly with legs apart (C) may indicate discomfort or pain in the pelvic region.

A Patient Diagnosed with Gonorrhea Has Not Been Adhering to the Prescribed