A parent brings her child to the pediatric clinic and reports that the child has a rash on one side of his body that reminds her of chickenpox, but is more painful. Which medication does the nurse anticipate teaching the parent about?
A.
Acyclovir (Zovirax)
B.
Azathioprine (Imuran)
C.
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
D.
Intravenous immune globulin (IVIG)
ANS: A
This rash sounds like herpes zoster (shingles), which is treated with acyclovir. Imuran is used in autoimmune disorders. Benadryl is used for itching. IVIG is also used in immune disorders.
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