A male patient tells the nurse that he is not concerned about sexually transmitted diseases because he is in a monogamous relationship. The nurse realizes that this patient would benefit from education because

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All sexually active persons are at risk for a sexually transmitted disease, even those in a monogamous relationship. It only takes one partner to have contracted an infection prior to starting the monogamous relationship for it to still be a risk. Education on safe sex practices such as using condoms and getting regular testing is important for all sexually active individuals.

A Male Patient Tells the Nurse That He Is Not