A Patient Has Been Diagnosed with Chlamydia

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient has been diagnosed with chlamydia. Which statement by the patient would the nurse evaluate as indicating that the goal of expedited partner therapy (EPT) has been met?

• A) "My boyfriend has made an appointment to get his medication."
• B) "I talked to my boyfriend about what we need to do to prevent reinfection."
• C) "I cannot convince my boyfriend to come to the clinic to learn about chlamydia."
• D) "Once I have completed treatment, my boyfriend will start taking the medication."

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Definitions:

Hardy Personality

A set of characteristics that enable an individual to withstand stress and adversity more effectively than others.

Type A Personality

A personality type characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, aggressiveness, and a constant sense of urgency.

Type C Personality

A personality style characterized by difficulty expressing emotions, a high level of detail orientation, and a tendency towards introversion.

Counterdependent Personality

A personality trait characterized by a strong resistance to depending on others or forming close relationships, often as a defensive mechanism.