Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client who has viral rhinitis and a history of herpes simplex virus type HSV-lesions. The nurse should assess which of the following areas of the body for the recurrence of HSV-1 lesions?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
HSV-1 typically causes oral lesions (cold sores) around the mouth. Genital lesions (A) are more associated with HSV-2, though HSV-1 can cause them. Extremities (C) and scalp (D) are not typical sites for HSV-1 recurrence.