RN Exam Practice
Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1216 of 2368

The nurse knows that conjunctivitis in a newborn caused by Chlamydia trachomatis can lead to which complications?

  1. Sepsis and perforation of the cornea
  2. Hearing loss and bone infection
  3. Meningitis and permanent paralysis
  4. Pneumonia and ear infections
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Correct answer: Pneumonia and ear infections

Chlamydia conjunctivitis in a newborn can lead to pneumonia and ear infections. Gonorrhea conjunctivitis is linked to sepsis, meningitis, and corneal perforation.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026