Exam 2 - Care of LGB patient Flashcards
1
Q
What vaccine should be encouraged for MSM?
A
HPV
2
Q
In HIV+ people, what part of the human anatomy contains a high volume of HIV immune cells?
A
Mucus membranes of GI tract and rectum
3
Q
Which STIs are lesbians most at risk for?
A
Oral/vaginal chlamydia and gonorrhea
- Lower risk for syphilis
4
Q
Do lesbians have a higher or lower rate of breast cancer?
A
Higher
5
Q
How would the provider manage dysmenorrhea for lesbian patients?
A
Continuous oral birth control or IUDs
6
Q
How are post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) prescriptions prepared?
A
Combination of multiple medications that are taken for 28 days within 72 hours of possible HIV exposure
- 72 hours is the absolute window of efficacy
7
Q
How are pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) prescriptions prepared?
A
Combination of one pill or two medications taken daily for people with repeated risk for HIV exposure
