The nurse is planning care for a child with chickenpox (varicella). Which prescribed supportive measures should the nurse plan to implement? (Select all that apply.)
a. Administration of acyclovir (Zovirax)
b. Administration of azithromycin (Zithromax)
c. Administration of Vitamin A supplementation
d. Administration of acetaminophen (Tylenol) for fever
e. Administration of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for itching
ANS: A, D, E
Chickenpox is a virus, and acyclovir is ordered to lessen the symptoms. Benadryl and Tylenol are prescribed as supportive treatments. Vitamin A supplementation is used for treating rubeola. Zithromax is an antibiotic prescribed for bacterial infections such as pertussis.
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