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Vaginitis - 0%Topic 1
BackgroundActivities- 0%Topic 2
Diagnostic ApproachActivities- 0%Topic 3
Bacterial VaginosisActivities- 0%Topic 4
TrichomoniasisActivities- 0%Topic 5
Vulvovaginal CandidiasisVaginitis Overview
About this Module
The Vaginitis STD Module is a web-based training course designed to guide clinicians in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of vaginitis. This module is based on original content developed by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training and incorporates recommendations from the 2015 CDC STD Treatment Guidelines. The original online Vaginitis STD Module was developed by the Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Last Updated: September 18th, 2017CNE/CME Continuing Education
View CE NoticesThis module qualifies for:- 1 CME AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, or
- 1 CNE contact hour (does NOT qualify for pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses)
CNE and CME Origination: February 1st, 2017CNE and CME Expiration: January 31st, 2020Steps to Acquire CE for this Activity:
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The Vaginitis Self-Study STD Module is intended for the following clinicians who desire a basic introduction to STD diagnosis and management:- Physicians
- Physician assistants
- Nurse practitioners
- Nurses
- Nurse-midwives
Learning Objectives
- Describe the epidemiology of causes of vaginitis for women in the United States.
- List key risk factors for developing vaginitis.
- Summarize the pathogenesis and microbiology for the common infectious causes of vaginitis.
- Discuss the clinical manifestations of bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis.
- Describe the clinical and laboratory criteria used in the diagnosis of common infectious causes of vaginitis.
- List the CDC-recommended treatment regimens for bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis.
- Describe patient counseling and education for women with vaginitis.
Module Contributors
Authors
Rebecca G. Kinney, MDRebecca G. Kinney, MD
Lowry Family Health Center, Denver Health
Assistant Clinical Professor
Department of Family Medicine
University of Colorado School of MedicineDisclosures: NoneDavid H. Spach, MDDavid H. Spach, MD
Professor of Medicine
Division of Infectious Diseases
University of Washington School of MedicineDisclosures: NoneReviewers
Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, MPHJeanne M. Marrazzo, MD, MPH
Director, Division of Infectious Diseases
Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of MedicineDisclosures: Received consulting fee from Cepheid.Quick Reference View
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