Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The client is diagnosed with herpes simplex 2 and prescribed the antiviral medication valacyclovir (Valtrex). Which instructions should the nurse teach?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Valacyclovir suppresses HSV-2 symptoms but does not cure it. It does not prevent pregnancy, require tapering, or change urine color.