Assignment Task:
You are the FNP that will be taking care of Denise and her partner today. Denise states "I have a vaginal discharge I would like for you to check. This discharge has been present for weeks. I used an OTC cream for yeast, and it got somewhat better. My symptoms are back and affecting our sex life. He (my partner) has also started to feel different down there, but no discharge. He has not treated himself with anything. We both would like to be treated today. Can he be treated too?" Indicate the problems or issues you have identified that will guide your care for the couple. Include detailed but concise information in this answer. List 10 type of STIs (diagnostic criteria, age group most seen, manifestations, educational recommendations). What lab test would you use for the patient and partner? Need Online Tutoring? What is your DDx for each patient? Identify and explain partner treatment of a STI if the partner is not the FNP's patient.