Chapter 43. Infections: Parasitic and Mycotic
1.Adolescents most often lack which of the following types of immunity and need to be
immunized because of the danger of acquiring this type of infection through sexual
contact?
a. hepatitis A c. chlamydia
b. hepatitis B d. gonorrhea
ANS: B
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Incorrect. The hepatitis A series may be indicated only for adolescents in high-
risk categories.
A
Correct. Adolescents most often lack immunity ag
B that could be acquired during this period or early adulthood through sexual contact.
Incorrect. Chlamydia is a parasite, categorized as specialized bacteria, is a sexually
a transmitted disease, for which no vaccine exists.
C
Incorrect. Gonorrhea is a bacteria, sexually transmitted disease, for which no
vaccine exists.
D
2. The nurse should provide which information to parents about the prevention of
parasitic infections? Select all that apply.
a. Perform good handwashing.
b. Diaper a child when swimming.
c. Avoid cleaning the bathroom facilities with
bleach. d. Shoes should be worn outside.
1.Adolescents most often lack which of the following types of immunity and need to be
immunized because of the danger of acquiring this type of infection through sexual
contact?
a. hepatitis A c. chlamydia
b. hepatitis B d. gonorrhea
ANS: B
Feedback
Incorrect. The hepatitis A series may be indicated only for adolescents in high-
risk categories.
A
Correct. Adolescents most often lack immunity ag
B that could be acquired during this period or early adulthood through sexual contact.
Incorrect. Chlamydia is a parasite, categorized as specialized bacteria, is a sexually
a transmitted disease, for which no vaccine exists.
C
Incorrect. Gonorrhea is a bacteria, sexually transmitted disease, for which no
vaccine exists.
D
2. The nurse should provide which information to parents about the prevention of
parasitic infections? Select all that apply.
a. Perform good handwashing.
b. Diaper a child when swimming.
c. Avoid cleaning the bathroom facilities with
bleach. d. Shoes should be worn outside.
