1. An experienced clinician can accurately diagnose STIs and RTIs based solely on their past experience, the client’s symptoms, and the clinical signs observed during physical examination.

True | False

2. Etiological STI management is the most accurate of the three approaches.

True | False

3. Using the syndromic approach, no definitive diagnosis of the infection is made.

True | False

4. Which of the following is a critical component of STI/RTI management?

1. Condom promotion
2. Partner notification
3. Counseling and education
4. All of the above

5. Using the syndromic approach to STI management, providers diagnose and treat infections based on:

1. The results of laboratory tests
2. Classifications that have been developed based on client symptoms and clinical signs
3. Only clinical signs found upon physical evaluation
4. All of the above

6. Syndromic management is of limited utility in clients who present with the following syndrome:

1. Vaginal discharge
2. Genital ulcers
3. Abdominal pain
4. Urethral discharge