A nurse is caring for a pregnant patient with active herpes. The teaching plan for this patient should include which of the following?
A) Babies delivered vaginally may become infected with the virus.
B) Recommended treatment is excision of the herpes lesions.
C) Pain generally does not occur with a herpes outbreak during pregnancy.
D) Pregnancy may exacerbate the mother's symptoms, but poses no risk to the infant.
Ans: A
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In pregnant women with active herpes, babies delivered vaginally may become infected with the virus. There is a risk for fetal morbidity and mortality if this occurs. Lesions are not controlled with excision. Itching and pain accompany the process as the infected area becomes red and swollen. Aspirin and other analgesics are usually effective in controlling the pain.
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