A Patient Has Been Diagnosed with Type 1 Herpes Simplex

question 39

Multiple Choice

A patient has been diagnosed with type 1 herpes simplex lesions on the mouth and face. Which statement indicates that the patient understands teaching provided by the nurse?

• A) "I will have this condition for life."
• B) "This was caused by a bacterial infection."
• C) "This is a type of fungal infection."
• D) "An antibiotic will help heal these sores in about 3 days."

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