A Patient with Secondary Syphilis Has a Rash on Her

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with secondary syphilis has a rash on her palms and the soles of her feet and moist papules in the anal and vulvar area.While caring for the patient,what is it important for the nurse to do?

• A) Wear gloves when touching the patient.
• B) Wash the perianal area with an antiseptic solution.
• C) Place the patient in a private room for protective isolation.
• D) Assess the patient for the presence of gummas in the skin and soft tissue.

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