Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a group of clients who have communicable diseases. Which of the following infections should the nurse report to the state health department?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a reportable sexually transmitted infection to track and control its spread. HPV, impetigo, and scabies are not typically reportable to state health departments.