Posted: January 15th, 2018

Herpes simplex : 5 important facts

A male client is diagnosed with herpes simplex.

Which statement about herpes simplex infection is true?

A. During early pregnancy, herpes simplex infection may cause spontaneous abortion or premature delivery.
B. Genital herpes simplex lesions are painless, fluid-filled vesicles that ulcerate and heal in 3 to 7 days
C. Herpetic keratoconjunctivitis usually is bilateral and causes systemic symptoms.
D. A client with genital herpes lesions can have sexual contact but must use a condom.