Zika virus

Zika virus ( 16 Questions)

A client with Zika virus infection presents with fever, rash, and joint pain. The nurse suspects Zika virus as the cause of these symptoms. What additional symptom might the nurse expect in this client to support the diagnosis?


Correct Answer: A

Choice A rationale:

Swelling of the limbs, also known as peripheral edema, can be an additional symptom of Zika virus infection. It is one of the less common symptoms but may occur in some cases.

Choice B rationale:

Enlarged lymph nodes are not typically associated with Zika virus infection. While lymphadenopathy can occur with various infections, it is not a characteristic symptom of Zika virus.

Choice C rationale:

Persistent cough is not a typical symptom of Zika virus infection. Zika virus primarily presents with fever, rash, joint pain, and other flu-like symptoms.

Choice D rationale:

Visual disturbances are not commonly reported symptoms of Zika virus infection. Zika virus mainly affects the nervous system of developing fetuses during pregnancy, leading to congenital abnormalities, but visual disturbances are not a usual symptom in infected individuals.




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