24 Oct Lydia is a 24-year-old single female presenting with vaginal discharge for 1 week
Lydia is a 24-year-old single female presenting with vaginal discharge for 1 week. She is sexually active and has had unprotected sex with a new male partner for the last month. Her gonorrhea culture is positive. This patient is allergic to sulfa drugs. What is the first line treatment for this patient? What other organism should you consider covering and why? What medication would you prescribe to cover this organism (include complete medication orders)? How long should Lydia abstain from sexual activity to prevent reinfection? What patient education would you provide?
