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Sexually Transmitted Diseases Overview in Homeless Settings

1. Nurses should be aware that the health consequences of untreated STDs include:

A. Pelvic inflammatory disease B. Infertility C. Infant mortality and morbidity D. All of the above

2. Which of the following is the most frequently reported bacterial STD in the United States?

A. Chlamydial infections B. Gonococcal infections C. Syphilis D. HPV

3. The CDC recommends that all sexually active women younger than age _____ receive an annual chlamydial screening.

A. 22 B. 26 C. 35 D. 65

4. Since the prevalence of gonorrhea varies widely, local epidemiology should be considered when making screening decisions.

A. True B. False

5. All of the following high-risk groups should be screened for gonorrhea, except for:

A. Those living in communities with a high disease prevalence. B. Men who have sex with men. C. Those engaging in commercial sex work and drug use. D. Women with previous gonorrhea infection, other STDs, new or multiple sex partners, and inconsistent condom use.

6. Why might doxycycline not be an optimal choice for those experiencing homelessness?

A. It may be difficult adhering to long or complex treatment. B. The patient may not return or be reachable. C. The patient may be at a higher risk for photosensitivity skin reactions because it may be difficult or impossible to avoid sun exposure. D. All of the above.

7. The majority of syphilis cases in the United States are among MSM and is of particular concern since HIV also heavily affects MSM, and like several other STDs, syphilis can facilitate HIV transmission.

A. True B. False

8. Despite high rates of HPV infection, cervical cancer incidence and mortality are on the decline in the United States primarily due to the widespread availability and use of antiviral medications.

A. True B. False

9. Homeless women have a high prevalence of risk factors for cervical cancer, including all of the following, except:

A. HPV infection B. Multiple sex partners C. Alcohol and/or drug abuse D. Sporadic medical care

10. The CDC recommends that all individuals seeking STD evaluation and treatment be routinely screened for HIV infection.

A. True B. False

11. Key interviewing techniques that nurses can use include:

A. Open-ended questions. B. Understandable language. C. Normalizing language. D. All of the above.

12. Along with the medication or prescription, patients should be provided with:

A. Treatment instructions. B. Appropriate warnings about taking medications. C. A statement advising that partners seek personal medical evaluation. D. All of the above.

13. HIV testing rates among youth experiencing homelessness are lower than youth in the general population.

A. True B. False

14. All of the following factors are associated with increased likelihood of HIV testing, except for:

A. High sexual risk behavior B. Youth who self-identify as gay C. Youth who are of older age D. Injected drugs in the past six months

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