Question 1

What are the signs/symptoms of HIV? Select all that apply.
A) Rapid weight gain
B) Productive cough
C) Fever, night sweats
D) Severe diarrhea
E) White spots on the tongue or mouth
F) Purplish blotches under the skin

Accepted Answer

HIV symptoms can include fever, night sweats (C), severe diarrhea (D), white spots on the tongue or mouth (E), and purplish blotches under the skin (F), which are indicative of opportunistic infections or conditions related to the weakened immune system caused by the virus. Rapid weight gain (A) is not typically associated with HIV, and a productive cough (B) alone is too nonspecific and can be related to many other conditions.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for clients who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Which infection places a woman at greatest risk of infertility?
A) Gonorrhea
B) Chlamydia
C) Syphilis
D) Herpes simplex virus

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia is known to cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) if left untreated, which can lead to scarring of the fallopian tubes and ultimately infertility. It is often asymptomatic, increasing the risk of undiagnosed and untreated progression.

Question 3

A 23-year-old sexually active male tells the nurse practitioner that he is worried because he has been having "burning sensation when urinating and a yellowish discharge from his penis." On assessment, the nurse notes that his testicles are swollen. What sexually transmitted infection diagnosis is supported by this assessment data?
A) Chlamydia
B) Syphilis
C) Gonorrhea
D) HSV

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of burning during urination, yellowish penile discharge, and swollen testicles are indicative of gonorrhea, a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Question 4

A homeless man is brought to the ER after falling in the street and hitting his head. On assessment, the nurse documents lack of muscle coordination, poor vision, and moderate dementia. Based on these data, the diagnosis of which sexually transmitted disease (STD) is suggested?
A) Syphilis
B) Gonorrhea
C) Chlamydia
D) Herpes simplex virus

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described are indicative of neurosyphilis, a complication of untreated or inadequately treated syphilis, which can lead to lack of muscle coordination, vision problems, and dementia.

Question 5

Which factor is known to contribute to the development of a genital herpes infection?
A) A monogamous relationship
B) Higher socioeconomic status
C) Age ranging from 20 to 40 years
D) Minority ethnic origin

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

What should the nurse state as being the greatest danger associated with this human papillomavirus (HPV)?
A) Infertility
B) Cervical cancer
C) Muscular degeneration
D) Throat cancer

Accepted Answer

HPV is most commonly associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer. It is a leading cause of cervical cancer in women, which is why vaccination and regular screenings are emphasized for prevention.

Question 7

What client teaching should the nurse provide a male client diagnosed with genital herpes?
A) Keep area moist to promote healing.
B) Do not share food or engage in kissing.
C) Wear only synthetic underwear.
D) Use a condom to prevent spread.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What client teaching should the nurse provide...

Question 8

What situation should the nurse identify to a client as being a trigger for the growth of trichomoniasis?
A) Trauma to the bladder
B) Being postmenopausal
C) Irritation of vaginal walls
D) Spontaneous abortion

Accepted Answer

Trichomoniasis is often triggered by irritation or changes in the vaginal environment, such as irritation of the vaginal walls, which can disrupt the normal flora and allow the infection to grow.

Question 9

Which is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis?
A) Cottage cheese-like discharge
B) Intense itching of the vulva
C) Warts in the vulva and labia
D) Vaginal odor smelling of fish

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis often presents with a fishy-smelling vaginal odor, which is a key symptom distinguishing it from other vaginal infections.

Quiz 70: Fundamentals of Pediatric Nursing

What are the signs/symptoms of HIV? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for clients who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) . Which infection places a woman at greatest risk of infertility?

A homeless man is brought to the ER after falling in the street and hitting his head. On assessment, the nurse documents lack of muscle coordination, poor vision, and moderate dementia. Based on these data, the diagnosis of which sexually transmitted disease (STD) is suggested?

Which factor is known to contribute to the development of a genital herpes infection?

What should the nurse state as being the greatest danger associated with this human papillomavirus (HPV) ?

What client teaching should the nurse provide a male client diagnosed with genital herpes?

What situation should the nurse identify to a client as being a trigger for the growth of trichomoniasis?

Which is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis?