Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Diseases (STDs): A Growing Epidemic

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Diseases (STDs): A Growing Epidemic is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2025-04-01

Course Description:
Nursing CEU course to care for patients at risk or with sexually transmitted infections. Recognize signs and symptoms for STIs; understand prevention based on the National Strategic Plan; and review treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HPV, and syphilis. Covers challenges in controlling the spread of STIs and the impact of COVID-19.

Course Learning Objectives:
• Summarize the status of STIs in the United States.
• Discuss the STI National Strategic Plan.
• Analyze the screening, diagnosis, and care of the patient with a major STI identified as affecting population health.
• Identify the challenges in controlling the spread of STIs
• Describe the impact of COVID-19 on the development, identification, and treatment of STIs.