Increasing provider awareness to detect, treat, and reduce sexually transmitted infections in male service members
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The incidence of sexually transmitted infections within the military continues to rise at rates higher than that of the civilian population. The project was developed to improve provider perception related to the male patient’s sexual history, practices, and attitudes and focus on adherence to the recommended guidelines related to screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), specifically Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Education was provided regarding recommended screening criteria, screening protocols, interview techniques, screening options available, and statistical data. The goal was to increase provider awareness and laboratory diagnosis of STI screenings among the male population, reducing chlamydia and gonorrhea infections among male and female services members. The project was implemented at Naval Hospital Jacksonville at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida, and included five associated clinics in Florida and Georgia. Overall provider perception of STIs in male service members was assessed through a questionnaire prior to implementation and 45 days post-implementation. Statistical analysis of the questionnaires did not indicate a significant change in practice or change in provider perception and knowledge of the STIs in the Navy. All participants did feel that STIs are a problem in the Navy and that STI screening for males should be performed as frequently for males is recommended for females. Additionally, half of the participants felt that male service members were more likely to have an STI when compared to their female counterparts. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant reduction in patient visits and no asymptomatic screening tests were performed at the clinics during the timeframe of the project implementation.
Type | DNP Capstone Project |
Acquisition | Self-submission |
Review Type | Faculty Approved: Degree-based Submission |
Format | Text-based Document |
Evidence Level | Quality Improvement |
Research Approach | Other |
Keywords | Sexually Transmitted Infections; STIs; Chlamydia; Gonorrhea; Military; Males |
Grantor | Jacksonville University |
Advisor | Morgan, Hilary |
Level | DNP |
Year | 2020 |
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