FAU Advanced Health Assessment Practice Test

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What is the healing time for a syphilitic chancre?

1-2 weeks
3-8 weeks
8-12 weeks
Heals permanently

The correct answer is: 3-8 weeks

The healing time for a syphilitic chancre, which is the primary sore associated with syphilis, typically ranges from 3 to 8 weeks. This timeframe reflects the natural course of the infection, where the chancre usually appears about three weeks after exposure to the Treponema pallidum bacteria and often heals without treatment within several weeks. Treatment can expedite the healing process, and most patients will notice improvement within this range. Understanding this timeline is crucial for healthcare providers, as it helps them recognize the progression of syphilis and the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment to prevent further complications associated with untreated syphilis. The other options—1-2 weeks would be too short, as most chancres take longer to resolve naturally; 8-12 weeks extends beyond the typical healing period, likely conflating with secondary syphilis symptoms; and "heals permanently" does not apply as the condition can lead to serious long-term complications if left untreated.