Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client. After reviewing the information in the client's medical record, which of the following provider prescriptions should the nurse anticipate? The nurse should anticipate a provider prescription for AmoxicillinMetronidazoleAcyclovirIbuprofenFluconazolePenicillin as evidenced by the client's Vaginal drynessDysuriaHemorrhoidsPerineal soresPelvic painMenstrual cramps.
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Step 1: Identify the client's symptoms - dysuria, perineal sores, and pelvic pain. Step 2: Based on the symptoms, the client likely has genital herpes which is caused by the herpes simplex virus. Step 3: Acyclovir is an antiviral medication commonly prescribed for genital herpes. Step 4: Therefore, the nurse should anticipate a provider prescription for Acyclovir to treat the client's condition. Summary: A: Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used for bacterial infections, not viral infections like herpes. B: Metronidazole is an antibiotic used for bacterial infections, not viral infections like herpes. D: Ibuprofen is a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory, not used to treat viral infections like herpes. E: Fluconazole is an antifungal medication used for yeast infections, not viral infections like herpes. F: Penicillin is an antibiotic used for bacterial infections, not viral infections like herpes.