During a routine screening, an asymptomatic, pregnant patient at 37 weeks' gestation learns that she has an infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. The provider will order which drug?

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Azithromycin is the preferred treatment for Chlamydia trachomatis infection in pregnant women due to its safety profile and effectiveness. Doxycycline is contraindicated in pregnancy, and erythromycin ethylsuccinate is an alternative but less preferred option. Sulfisoxazole is not used for treating chlamydial infections.

During a Routine Screening, an Asymptomatic, Pregnant Patient at 37