Chapter 71: Management of Patients With Infectious Diseases

1. A male patient comes to the clinic and is diagnosed with gonorrhea. Which symptom most likely prompted him to seek medical attention? A) Rashes on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet B) Cauliflower-like warts on the penis C) Painful, red papules on the shaft of the penis D) Foul-smelling discharge from the penis - Ans: D Feedback: Signs and symptoms of gonorrhea in men include purulent, foul-smelling drainage from the penis and painful urination. Rashes on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet are a sign of the secondary stage of syphilis. Cauliflower-like warts on the penis are a sign of human papillomavirus. Painful red papules on the shaft of the penis may be a sign of the first stage of genital herpes. 2. A nurse is caring for a child who was admitted to the pediatric unit with infectious diarrhea. The nurse should be alert to what assessment finding as an indicator of dehydration? A) Labile BP B) Weak pulse C) Fever D) Diaphoresis - Ans: B Feedback