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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing her prenatal client for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by looking for risk factors. Which of the following are risks of acquiring an STI? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,C,D,F

Rationale: Low socioeconomic status, sex work, illicit drug use, and previous STIs increase STI risk due to behavioral and social factors.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse has attended a staff education program about caring for clients with acute osteomyelitis. Which of the following statements by the nurse would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A fever greater than 101°F is a common finding in acute osteomyelitis due to the inflammatory response.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is performing an assessment on a client suspected of having Lyme disease. Which assessment finding would support the diagnosis of Lyme disease?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Arthralgia (joint pain) is a common symptom of Lyme disease, particularly in early disseminated stages.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is planning a community health course about the prevention of Lyme disease. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Wearing long-sleeved clothing in wooded areas reduces skin exposure to ticks, which transmit Lyme disease.

Question 5 of 5

The local community health nurse is teaching a course to nursing students on anthrax. It would be correct for the nurse to inform the students that anthrax is spread by? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,D,E

Rationale: Anthrax is spread by inhaling spores, ingesting contaminated animal products, or through cutaneous exposure via open wounds.

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