Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Flashcards
1
Q
What is Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
A
sexually transmitted bacterial infection of the reproductive tract
2
Q
If Chlamydia and Gonorrhea is left untreated when can happen
A
- pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- infertility
3
Q
What can happen if Chlamydia and Gonorrhea is left untreated in pregnant women
A
preterm labor complications may happen
4
Q
What is the number one S/S of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
A
- asymptomatic
- PID
5
Q
Other S/S of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
A
- dysuria
- penile/vaginal discharge
6
Q
What medication will treat Gonorrhea
A
Cephalosporins
7
Q
What medications will treat Chlamydia
A
- Azithromycin
- Doxycycline
8
Q
Nursing care for patients with Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
A
provide education about:
- not having sex during treatment
- rescreenings
- safe sex practices
