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yoroshambo · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of the following interview questions asked by the nurse is best directed at assessing a common symptom of chlamydia?

a. Do you have any sores on your genitals (privates)?
b. Remember that a fever can be a sign of this sexually transmitted infection (STI).
c. Have you been experiencing any burning with urinating (making your water)?
d. Have you noticed a red rash on your perineal area (between your legs)?

Question 2

The nurse is preparing an education program on safety for a young adult group. Based on the major cause of the mortality and morbidity for this age group, on which of the following should the nurse focus?

a. Birth control
b. Automobile safety
c. Occupational hazards
d. Prevention of heart disease

laurnthompson · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Symptoms of a chlamydia infection may include an abnormal genital discharge and burning with urination.
Genital sores are not usually associated with a chlamydia infection. They may be seen in a genital herpes infection.
Fever is not usually associated with a chlamydia infection.
A red rash is not usually associated with a chlamydia infection.

Answer to Question 2

B
Accidents are the greatest cause of mortality and morbidity in the young adult population. Deaths and injury from motor vehicle accidents are significant among this age group.
Unplanned pregnancies may be a source of stress but are not the major cause of mortality and morbidity in the young adult population.
Exposure to work-related hazards or agents may cause diseases and cancer, but it is not the major cause of mortality and morbidity in this age group.
Developing healthy habits to prevent heart disease later in life is important, but heart disease is not the leading cause of mortality and morbidity for the young adult.