A Neonate Has Been Diagnosed with a Herpes Simplex Viral

question 13

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

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Definitions:

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