Gonorrhea Diagnosis and Treatment

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What is the primary purpose of a gonococcal culture?

To diagnose gonorrhea
To detect the infection's susceptibility to antibiotics (correct)
To determine the severity of the infection
To identify the type of gonorrhea bacteria

Why is antibiotic resistance a concern in treating gonorrhea?

It makes the infection more contagious
It makes the infection more difficult to treat (correct)
It reduces the effectiveness of vaccines
It increases the severity of the infection

What is the recommended treatment for gonorrhea according to the CDC?

A combination of ceftriaxone and azithromycin
A series of injections of ceftriaxone over several weeks
A single dose of 500 milligrams of oral ceftriaxone
A single dose of 500 milligrams of intramuscular ceftriaxone (correct)

Why has the CDC changed its guidelines for treating gonorrhea?

Due to the increasing resistance of Neisseria gonorrhoeae to azithromycin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of taking the full course of medication for gonorrhea?

To ensure that the infection is fully cured (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of rapid gonorrhea tests?

To provide same-day results (A) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of women are affected by chlamydia worldwide?

4.2% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is chlamydia often referred to as due to its asymptomatic nature?

A silent infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can chlamydia cause if left untreated?

Permanent blindness (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the disease caused by chlamydia in animals?

Chlamydiosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can a pregnant woman with chlamydia infect her baby?

During childbirth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for chlamydia transmission during sexual intercourse?

No ejaculation is required (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a marker of high risk for chlamydia infection?

Current infection with another sexually transmitted infection (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is retesting important after treatment for chlamydia?

To ensure the infection has not returned (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the concern with using antibiotics to treat bacterial STIs?

They can lead to antibiotic resistance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of preventing chlamydia infections?

Stopping the spread of infections (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is Candidiasis?

A fungal infection caused by yeasts from the genus Candida (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can disrupt the balance of healthy bacteria and yeast in the body?

Any of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is a sample of the infected area collected for testing?

Using a scalpel or tongue depressor to gently scrape the skin (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of infections can sometimes be found with standard lab tests?

Invasive or opportunistic infections (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to control superficial infections such as jock itch?

Applying antifungal creams (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can indicate an underlying problem in repeat urine tests?

The presence of both red and white blood cells (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of infections can be treated with vaginal suppositories or creams?

Vaginal infections (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a stronger drug that may be needed for long-term infections?

Nystatin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of congenital syphilis in newborns?

No symptoms at all (D) Signup and view all the answers

What complication can syphilis cause if left untreated?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for pregnant women to be tested for syphilis?

To reduce the risk of stillbirth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time for pregnant women to be tested for syphilis?

At the first prenatal visit (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to an infected baby if syphilis isn't treated right away?

It may develop symptoms within a few weeks (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of congenital syphilis if left untreated?

Death of the baby before or after birth (C) Signup and view all the answers