Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) infections
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) infections ( 15 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected herpes simplex virus infection. The client presents with painful cold sores on the lips and face.
Which statement by the client is indicative of this condition?
"I have been experiencing a persistent cough and sore throat." This statement is not indicative of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.
Symptoms of HSV infection typically include cold sores, genital ulcers, and itching, but not a persistent cough and sore throat.
"I have noticed painful genital ulcers and itching." This statement describes symptoms of genital herpes, not the cold sores on the lips and face that the client is presenting with.
It is not indicative of the condition described in the question.
"I've had these cold sores for a while; they are really uncomfortable." This statement is indicative of herpes simplex virus infection.
Cold sores on the lips and face are a common manifestation of HSV infection.
The discomfort and persistence of the cold sores align with the typical presentation of the condition.
"I have been feeling extremely fatigued lately." While fatigue can be a symptom of various infections, including viral infections, it is not specific to herpes simplex virus infection.
Fatigue alone is not enough to confirm the diagnosis of HSV infection.
Choice A rationale:
"I have been experiencing a persistent cough and sore throat." This statement is not indicative of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.
Symptoms of HSV infection typically include cold sores, genital ulcers, and itching, but not a persistent cough and sore throat.
Choice B rationale:
"I have noticed painful genital ulcers and itching." This statement describes symptoms of genital herpes, not the cold sores on the lips and face that the client is presenting with.
It is not indicative of the condition described in the question.
Choice C rationale:
"I've had these cold sores for a while; they are really uncomfortable." This statement is indicative of herpes simplex virus infection.
Cold sores on the lips and face are a common manifestation of HSV infection.
The discomfort and persistence of the cold sores align with the typical presentation of the condition.
Choice D rationale:
"I have been feeling extremely fatigued lately." While fatigue can be a symptom of various infections, including viral infections, it is not specific to herpes simplex virus infection.
Fatigue alone is not enough to confirm the diagnosis of HSV infection.