A Client Has Been Diagnosed with Genital Herpes

question 18

Multiple Choice

A client has been diagnosed with genital herpes.Which statement by the client indicates an accurate understanding of the disease and treatment?

• A) "Antiviral drugs can cure genital herpes and prevent a recurrence."
• B) "I can prevent outbreaks with suppressive antiviral therapy."
• C) "Suppressive therapy will prevent shedding of the virus."
• D) "Medication should be taken only when symptoms are present."

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