Syphilis
25 questions
Learning Objectives
- List trends in the epidemiology of Treponema pallidum infections in the United States
- Describe the natural history and clinical stages of syphilis infection
- Discuss the clinical manifestations of the stages of syphilis
- Compare the laboratory diagnostic methods used to diagnose syphilis
- List the CDC-recommended treatment regimens for treatment of different stages of syphilis
- Describe how nontreponemal tests are used to monitor the response to syphilis treatment
- Summarize routine syphilis screening recommendations for pregnant women
- Discuss indications and timing of rescreening for syphilis during the third trimester of pregnancy
- Explain treatment of syphilis in pregnancy
Authors
Meena S. Ramchandani, MD
Meena S. Ramchandani, MD, MPH
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Disclosures: None
David H. Spach, MD
David H. Spach, MD
Professor of Medicine
Editor-in-Chief, National STD Curriculum
Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Professor of Medicine
Editor-in-Chief, National STD Curriculum
Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Disclosures: None
Reviewers
Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Infectious Diseases
Emory University School of Medicine
Grady Health System
Disclosures: None
2nd Edition
This is a substantial revision of the original Question Bank Topic. The previous edition was titled Syphilis and available until October 5th, 2021.
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- 2.5 CNE contact hours (qualifies for pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses)
CNE and CME Origination: April 1st, 2019
CNE and CME Reviewed: September 11th, 2024
CNE and CME Expiration: March 31st, 2025 (2nd Edition)
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