A patient has been diagnosed with type 1 herpes simplex lesions on the mouth and face. Which statement indicates that the patient understands teaching provided by the nurse?
1. "I will have this condition for life."
2. "This was caused by a bacterial infection."
3. "This is a type of fungal infection."
4. "An antibiotic will help heal these sores in about 3 days."
Correct Answer: 1
The herpes simplex virus remains latent and can recur during stressful events, fever, trauma, sunlight exposure, and treatment with immunosuppressive drugs. The condition is not caused by a bacterial or fungal infection and is not managed with antibiotics.
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