Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing the client. Which findings should the nurse associate with herpes zoster?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The nurse should associate pain and pruritus (itching) with herpes zoster. Herpes zoster follows the path of peripheral sensory nerves; symptoms come from the nerve involvement. Serous drainage and pus indicate infection of vesicles. Nodular lesions are not associated, though burning may occur. Macule lesions may occur early, but petechiae are not associated.