An immunocompromised child has been exposed to chickenpox. What should the nurse anticipate to be prescribed to the exposed child?
a. Acyclovir (Zovirax)
b. Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
c. Amantadine (Symmetrel)
d. Varicella-zoster immune globulin
ANS: D
The use of varicella-zoster immune globulin or immune globulin intravenous (IGIV) is recommended for children who are immunocompromised, who have no previous history of varicella, and who are likely to contract the disease and have complications as a result. The antiviral agent acyclovir (Zovirax) or valacyclovir may be used to treat varicella infections in susceptible immunocompromised persons. It is effective in decreasing the number of lesions; shortening the duration of fever; and decreasing itching, lethargy, and anorexia. Symmetrel is an antiviral used to treat influenza.
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