A community health nurse is planning care by using the family system approach. Which of the following methods should the nurse use to obtain Information about family function?

A. Develop content appropriate to learner needs: Developing content is a subsequent step. To create truly appropriate content, the nurse first needs to understand what the target audience (young adults) already knows, what their misconceptions are, and what specific information they need and are interested in.

B. Arrange for computer-assisted learning: This is a strategy for delivering the education but not the first step. It should come after identifying learner needs and planning content accordingly to ensure effectiveness.

C. Collect data to identify learners' current knowledge base: This is the first and most critical step. A needs assessment allows the nurse to tailor the program to the audience’s existing knowledge, misconceptions, and educational requirements, ensuring that the intervention is relevant and impactful.

D. Identify topics with health department nurses: Consulting other professionals is helpful, but the initial step should focus directly on the target learners to ensure the program meets their specific needs.

A. Experiencing painful urination is a common symptom of chlamydia due to inflammation of the urethra. This discomfort typically persists until the infection is fully treated and resolved. Educating the client on this symptom helps set realistic expectations and encourages adherence to therapy.

B. Chlamydia is caused by bacteria and is treated with antibiotics, not antiviral medications. Antiviral drugs are ineffective against bacterial infections, so prescribing or expecting antiviral treatment for chlamydia is inappropriate and could delay proper care.

C. Avoiding sexual contact during treatment is critical to prevent transmission of the infection to partners and to ensure effective eradication of the bacteria. Engaging in sexual activity before completing therapy increases the risk of reinfection and spreading the disease.

D. Notifying all sexual partners from the past 2 months is essential for contact tracing and treatment to prevent reinfection and further spread of chlamydia. This public health measure helps control outbreaks and reduces complications associated with untreated infections.

E. Completing antibiotic treatment for chlamydia does not confer acquired immunity. Clients remain susceptible to reinfection if exposed again, so ongoing safe sexual practices and regular screening are important for prevention.