The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with herpes zoster. Which statement, by the client, needs further clarification by the nurse?
A) "Even though this is from a childhood disease, I am still contagious."
B) "Herpes zoster is caused by a viral infection."
C) "Herpes zoster is a reactivation of the varicella virus."
D) "Once I get the infection, I cannot get it again."
D
Feedback:
The nurse is correct to clarify that even though the client has herpes zoster, the client can get herpes zoster again. The virus is contagious and can reoccur. All of the other options are correct.
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