A Patient Who Is Taking Acyclovir (Zovirax) to Treat an Oral

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Multiple Choice

A patient who is taking acyclovir (Zovirax) to treat an oral HSV-1 infection asks the nurse why oral care is so important. The nurse will tell the patient that meticulous oral care helps to:

• A) minimize transmission of disease.
• B) prevent gingival hyperplasia.
• C) reduce viral resistance to the drug.
• D) shorten the duration of drug therapy.

Explain the natural inclination of the human mind towards categorization and its implications.

Understand the historical and cultural views on prejudice and stereotyping.

Identify and explain the concept of outgroup homogeneity bias.

Recognize the existence of stigma and its consequences on social attitudes and behaviors.

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Definitions:

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Sexual Abuse

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