Candida Albicans Infections and Treatment
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What is the primary cause of Trichomoniasis infections?

  • Trichomonas (correct)
  • Gardnerella vaginalis
  • Chlamydia trachomatis
  • Candida Albicans

Which of the following antibiotics is used to treat Trichomoniasis infections?

  • Metronidazole (correct)
  • Azithromycin
  • Tetracycline
  • Doxycycline

What is a common complication of Chlamydial infections during pregnancy?

  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Postpartum hemorrhage
  • Preeclampsia
  • Endometritis (correct)

What is the primary cause of Bacterial Vaginosis?

<p>Gardnerella vaginalis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Chlamydial infections?

<p>Heavy, grayish-white discharge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to advise women not to drink alcohol during treatment with Flagyl?

<p>To prevent acute nausea and vomiting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the causative organism of trichomoniasis?

<p>Trichomonas vaginalis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic appearance of the vaginal discharge in candidiasis?

<p>Frothy white or grayish-green (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to teach proper perineal hygiene?

<p>To prevent infection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What medication is prescribed to alleviate symptoms of candidiasis?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication of candidiasis in pregnancy?

<p>Infection of the newborn at birth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using sodium bicarbonate solution in candidiasis treatment?

<p>To relieve pruritus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of osmotic therapy in treating TSS?

<p>To shift fluid back into the intravascular circulation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for antibiotic treatment in TSS patients?

<p>Until the entire antibiotic prescription is completed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are iodine douches sometimes recommended for TSS patients?

<p>To reduce the number of organisms present vaginally (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of TSS?

<p>Fatigue and weakness for months (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are cephalosporins and oxacillins prescribed to treat TSS?

<p>Because they are penicillinase-resistant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a predisposing factor for vulvovaginitis?

<p>Irritation caused by an inserted foreign object in the vagina (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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