A client with a history of HSV-2 infection asks the nurse about future sexual activity. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
A) "Use a condom during sexual activity if the infection becomes active again."
B) "If the infection has healed, you probably don't have to use a condom."
C) "Inform all potential sexual partners about the infection, even if it is inactive."
D) "Refrain from all sexual activity until you don't have another outbreak for a year."
C
Feedback:
The nurse should advise the client to inform all potential sexual partners of the HSV infection even if it is in an inactive state. The nurse should also advise the client to use a condom during sexual activity even if the disease is dormant and to avoid sexual contact if the infection is active. Condoms do not protect skin and mucous membranes left exposed.
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