GONORRHEA Flashcards
What is the common name for Gonorrhea?
Clap, Gleet, FLorest, Blancas, Drip, Tulo, Morning Drop
These are colloquial terms used to refer to Gonorrhea.
What is the causative agent of Gonorrhea?
Neisseria Gonorrhea
This bacterium is responsible for causing Gonorrhea infections.
What is the incubation period (IP) for Gonorrhea?
3 - 5 days
This is the time from exposure to the onset of symptoms.
How is Gonorrhea primarily transmitted?
Sex, Mother to Newborn
Transmission can occur through sexual contact or from mother to child during childbirth.
What are the signs and symptoms of Gonorrhea in males?
Occur Abruptly:
Painful Urination, Thick, Pruritic discharge, yellowish
Symptoms can vary but typically include painful urination and a distinct discharge.
What is a potential severe complication of Gonorrhea in females?
Gonococcal Sepsis
This can occur if the infection spreads beyond the genitals.
What is the main method of prevention for Gonorrhea?
Safe Sex
Practicing safe sex is crucial in reducing the risk of transmission.
What is Crede’s Prophylaxis used for?
Prevention of Gonorrhea in newborns
This method involves the application of silver nitrate or antibiotic eye drops to newborns.
What is the drug of choice (DOC) for treating Gonorrhea?
Penicillin
Penicillin is commonly used to treat Gonorrhea, although resistance may occur.
What diagnostic test is commonly used for Gonorrhea?
Thayer Martin Agar
VDRL
Pap smear
Thayer Martin agar: selective culture medium is used to isolate Neisseria Gonorrhea.
What does VDRL stand for?
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory
This test is primarily used to screen for syphilis, but can sometimes be associated with other STDs.
Fill in the blank: The discharge associated with Gonorrhea in males is typically _______.
yellowish
This characteristic helps in diagnosing the infection.
Nursing health teaching
Hygiene is important
