22. A nurse should include the risk of developing vaginitis when teaching an older adult woman about:
22. A nurse should include the risk of developing vaginitis when teaching an older adult woman about:
. Anticoagulation therapy.
. Resuming sexual activity.
. Effects of poor nutrition.
. Prolonged antibiotic therapy.
Test-Taking Tip
More than one option may increase the risk for vaginitis, but select the one that is designed to "destroy" organisms—even the protective ones.
Content Area: Geriatrics, Genitourinary; Integrated Process: Teaching and Learning; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Physiological Integrity/Reduction of Risk Potential/Potential for Alterations in Body Systems
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Answer 1 is incorrect because vaginitis is not associated with anticoagulation. Answer 2 is incorrect because vaginitis is associated with increased sexual activity or multiple partners, not just resuming sex. Answer 3 is incorrect because vaginitis occurs because of a yeast, fungal, or bacterial infection. Poor nutrition may lead to decreased resistance. Answer 4 is correct because antibiotic therapy alters the normal protective organisms and allows fungal or yeast infections to develop.