A female client with genital warts who was treated with topical podophyllin and tincture of benzoin would indicate to the nurse the need for further teaching when the client says
A) "I need to come for frequent treatment until all the warts disappear."
B) "I'll be glad when these warts are cured."
C) "I'll make sure my boyfriend is treated."
D) "These warts are usually spread by having sex."

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There is no cure for genital warts. A variety of chemical, mechanical, and ablative techniques are used for visible lesions, but no specific antiviral therapy for the human papillomavirus (HPV) is available. A series of treatments is needed to eliminate all visible warts.

A Female Client with Genital Warts Who Was Treated with Topical