Mary Porter is a 19-year-old woman who visits the local clinic with malodorous vaginal discharge, accompanied by vulvar pruritus. She also reports dysuria and discomfort during sexual intercourse....

Mary Porter is a 19-year-old woman who visits the local clinic with malodorous vaginal discharge, accompanied by vulvar pruritus. She also reports dysuria and discomfort during sexual intercourse. Mary is diagnosed with trichomoniasis and started on metronidazole (Flagyl).

1. Why are female clients more likely to contract trichomoniasis?

2. What health teaching would you provide to the patient who is being treated for trichomoniasis?

3. Develop a list of adverse effects this patient may experience while taking metronidazole.