In Teaching a Class of Adolescents About Sexually Transmitted Diseases

question 29

Multiple Choice

In teaching a class of adolescents about sexually transmitted diseases, a nurse includes which information about the human papillomavirus (HPV) ?

• A) HPV is fragile and not easily transmitted.
• B) Wartlike growths in the genital area are a sign of HPV infection.
• C) There is a specific blood test needed to screen for HPV.
• D) Heavy, purulent vaginal discharge is the primary sign of HPV.

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