A 31-year-old patient who has been diagnosed with human papillomavirus (HPV)infection gives a health history that includes smoking tobacco,taking oral contraceptives,and having been treated twice for vaginal candidiasis.Which topic will the nurse include in patient teaching?

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Because HPV infection and smoking are both associated with increased cervical cancer risk,the nurse should emphasize the importance of avoiding smoking.An HPV infection does not decrease vaginal lubrication,decrease ability to conceive,or require the use of antifungal creams.

A 31-Year-Old Patient Who Has Been Diagnosed with Human Papillomavirus