A Client Whose VDRL Test Was Positive Asks the Nurse

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client whose VDRL test was positive asks the nurse if he has syphilis. The nurse's best response is

• A) "A blood culture is necessary to make the diagnosis."
• B) "A positive VDRL indicates syphilis."
• C) "The FTA-ABS test will need to be done."
• D) "This study is specific for gonorrhea."

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Definitions:

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