A 32-year-old man presents to a clinic for evaluation of a rash. He denies taking any new medications and reports 2 new male sex partners in the last 8 weeks. The rash began several days prior as an erythematous, maculopapular rash on the chest and back (Figure 1) and now also involves the palms (Figure 2) and soles. He does not have any ocular, otic, or neurologic symptoms. Serologic testing for syphilis and HIV are ordered. He does not report any drug allergies.
Which one of the following options is the most appropriate treatment of this man with presumed secondary syphilis?
Figure 1. Secondary Syphilis: Maculopapular Rash on Back
Source: photograph by Negusse Ocbamichael, PA; Public Health—Seattle & King County Sexual Health Clinic
Figure 2. Secondary Syphilis: Rash on Palms
Source: photograph by Negusse Ocbamichael, PA; Public Health—Seattle & King County Sexual Health Clinic
Sign In or Register Progress Not Saved!
Since you are not signed in, your progress won't be saved.
Since you are not signed in, your progress won't be saved.
Question Last Updated
March 14th, 2022
March 14th, 2022
Steps to Acquire CE for this Question Bank Topic:
1
Answer
Answer all questions
2
Score 80%+
Answer correctly
3
Claim CE
Choose CNE or CME+MOC
4
Give Feedback
Complete survey
5