A Neonate Has Been Diagnosed with a Herpes Simplex Viral

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Multiple Choice

A neonate has been diagnosed with a herpes simplex viral infection of the eye. Which medication will the nurse prepare to administer?

• A)Oral erythromycin
• B)Fluoroquinolone eyedrops or ointment
• C)Parenteral acyclovir (Zovirax) and vidarabine (VIRA-A) ophthalmic ointment
• D)Intravenous penicillin

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