Syphilis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Syphilis
A
bacterial infection caused by T. Pallidum
2
Q
What can lack of treatment with Syphilis lead to
A
- systemic complications (bloodstream, throughout the body)
- death
3
Q
What are the 4 stages of Syphilis
A
- primary
- secondary
- latent
- tertiary (late)
4
Q
Primary stage of Syphilis
A
Presence of a genital chancre (ulcer)
5
Q
Secondary stage of Syphilis
A
- flu-like symptoms
- infectious rash on hands and feet
6
Q
Latent stage of Syphilis
A
lesions will heal on their own, no other S/S present
7
Q
Tertiary (late) stage of Syphilis
A
neurological and cardiovascular games that is IRREVERSIBLE
8
Q
What medications will be given to treat Syphilis
A
- penicillin G
- Doxycycline
9
Q
What should the nurse do when palpating the Chancre (ulcer)
A
wear gloves !!!
