An Infant of a Mother with Herpes Simplex Infection Has

question 25

Multiple Choice

An infant of a mother with herpes simplex infection has just been born.What should nursing considerations include?

• A) The infant should be isolated in a nursery.
• B) No special precautions are necessary.
• C) The mother and infant should be together in a private room.
• D) Immediate discharge is indicated to prevent spread of infection.

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