Which Information Will the Nurse Include When Teaching a Patient

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which information will the nurse include when teaching a patient with keratitis caused by herpes simplex type 1?

• A) Application of corticosteroid ophthalmic ointment to the eyes.
• B) Application of povidone-iodine (Betadine) gel around the eye.
• C) Avoidance of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
• D) Importance of taking all of the ordered oral acyclovir (Zovirax).

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