The family of a client diagnosed with encephalitis asks the nurse how the disease is treated. The nurse should explain that treatment will include:
1. a combination of antibiotics and diuretics.
2. use of broad-spectrum antibiotics.
3. use of antiviral medications.
4. strict isolation to prevent spread.
Answer: 3
1. Antiviral medications are used, since encephalitis is almost always caused by a virus.
2. Antiviral medications are used, since encephalitis is almost always caused by a virus.
3. Antiviral medications are used, since encephalitis is almost always caused by a virus.
4. Isolation is not necessary, as it is not transmitted person-to-person.
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