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Sexually Transmitted Diseases And The Adolescent

Course Study Description

CCEUS09 - Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) And The Adolescent: An Overview Of The Facts And The Issues For School Counselors [10 contact hours] - [$50.00 - NO OTHER COURSE FEES APPLY] This course is an overview of the facts about sexually transmitted diseases, including characteristics of each and the prognosis for each. Sexually active teens need to understand the dangers of unprotected sex just as with any other segment of the population. Strategies for getting across the message of abstinence and the prudent need for protection are reviewed. Counseling issues and strategies for students who have already contracted an STD are outlined. Sources of community assistance are listed and described.

Course Directions

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Course Outcomes

As a result of the work in this course, the counselor/student will:

	dispel the 10 most commonly held myths about sexually transmitted diseases.
	develop and understanding of male and female genital anatomy.
	become aware if the major symptoms associated with sexually transmitted diseases in both men and women.
	learn what to expect during an STD examination.
	understand the important of a physical examination in detecting STDs in men and women.
	learn the role of blood tests in diagnosing STDs.
	learn the risk factors in dealing with STDs.
	learn the steps to take if an infection occurs.
	learn what is safe sex.
	become aware if the Twelve Guidelines for safe or safer sex.
	explore ways to communicate safe sex information to adolescents.
	become aware of the incidence, course, symptoms, and treatment for: Bacterial Vaginosis, Chanccroid, Chlamydia Infection, Cytomegalovirus, Donovanosis, Epididymitis Prostatitis, Fungal Infections, Genital Warts, Gonorrhea, Hepititis A, Hepititis B, Hepititis C, Herpes, HIV Infection and AIDS, Lymphogranuloma Venereum, Molluscum Contagiosum, Mucopurlent Cervictis, Nongonococcal Urethritis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Proctocolitis, Proctitis, Enteritis, Pubic Lice, Scabies, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis.
	learn some of the major resources for referral for adolescents who have an STD.
	develop resources for disseminating information regarding STDs in adolescents.

Text [Required Reading To Be Prepared For The Exam]

Sexually Transmitted Diseases: A Physician Tells You What You Need To Know. Dr. Lisa Marr. ISBN #0801860431 $13.56 on The Bookstore Page.

Study Guide Questions

What are some of the basic misconceptions about STDs?
What are some of the most common statements heard about STDs?
Briefly review the genital anatomy and its relation to STDs?
Comment on this statement: "You can have an STD without having any symptoms."
What are some of the major symptoms of STDs in females?
What are some of the major symptoms of STDs in males?
Discuss why it is important to have regular STD checkups as a part of maintaining sexual health for both men and women.
A full STD screening includes evaluation for which conditions?
Why is it important to find a health care provider who offers supportive, non-judgemental sexual health care.
Describe some of the major issues concerning STDs and adolescents.
What are some of the major questions that might be asked in a STD screening examination?
What are the major considerations in a physical examination for both men and women with regard to STDs?
Why are blood tests important?
Why is it that people still have a hard time discussing safe sex with partners despite the pervasive sexual atmosphere in our society?
Comment on this statement: "Talking to young people about sex, STDs, and condom use does not make young people more sexually active."
Comment on this statement: "Denial is dangerous when it comes to STDs."
What are some of the elements of good sexual communication?
What are some of the most important considerations when one finds out they have an STD?
What are some of the important considerations of people with chronic STDs?
List six absolutely unsafe sex practices.
List two possibly unsafe sex practices.
List sex possibly safe sex practices.
List seven safe sex practices.
What are the twelve guidelines for safe sex.
What is meant by "barrier methods."
What are some of the consideration of STDs and same-sex partners?
Discuss pregnancy and STDs.
Discuss the incidence, cause, symptoms, and treatment for each of the following:Bacterial Vaginosis, Chanccroid, Chlamydia Infection, Cytomegalovirus, Donovanosis, Epididymitis Prostatitis, Fungal Infections, Genital Warts, Gonorrhea, Hepititis A, Hepititis B, Hepititis C, Herpes, HIV Infection and AIDS, Lymphogranuloma Venereum, Molluscum Contagiosum, Mucopurlent Cervictis, Nongonococcal Urethritis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Proctocolitis, Proctitis, Enteritis, Pubic Lice, Scabies, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis.

Vocabulary

	abortion
	abstinence
	Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
	anoscopy
	antibiotic
	antifungal
	antigen
	antiretroviral
	antiviral
	aphthous ulcer
	arthritis
	asymtompatic
	autoinoculation
	bacterium
	benign
	bisexual
	carrier
	celibacy
	cervicitis
	chronic
	colonoscopy
	conjunctivitis
	culture
	discharge
	ectopic pregnancy
	elephantiasis
	endometriosis
	endometrium
	epididymitis
	episodic
	fungus
	groin
	herpes simplex virus
	heterosexual
	human immuno deficiency virus
	human papillomavirus
	immune system
	immunocompromised
	infertility
	inflammation
	injection drug users
	intercourse
	intrauterine device
	intravenous
	jaundice
	lesion
	lymph node
	malignancy
	menstruation
	mucopululent
	mucopurulent cervicitis
	mucuous membrane
	organism
	pap smear
	papule
	pathogen
	petnic inflammatory disease
	prophylactic
	protozoan
	rash
	Reuter's Syndrome
	retrovirus
	sensitivity
	sexually transmitted disease
	sigmoidoscopy
	specificity
	speculum
	spermicide
	tubal pregnancy
	ulcer
	urethritis
	virus
	white blood cells

Examination

The examination for this course is attached to this page. PRINT OUT THE EXAM. All examinations consist of both True-False and/or Multiple-Choice items with five answers. You must score 80% on the exam to gain the contact hours. When you have printed the exam, read each question carefully, choose the BEST answer and circle the letter of the answer you choose. Return the exam by mail to Dr. Budd A. Moore, Exam Scoring At CounselingCEUsOnline along with the signed Honor Pledge and a check or money order for $36.00 payable to Dr. Budd A. Moore. The exam and the honor pledge can also be faxed to our office at 1(717)597-2302; however, it will not be scored until the scoring fee is paid in full. When the fee and all of the materials are received, the exam will be scored within 48 hours. Results will be e-mailed to you as soon as they are available. A letter of congratulations, a certificate from CounselingCEUsOnline, and an official transcript will be mailed to you. Examinations will not be returned to the student. Records of your scores will be maintained by CounselingCEUsOnline and will be available for you for a $5.00 transcript fee.

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