Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS Adult Practice Test

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A nurse is caring for a client with genital herpes. The nurse uses which of the following measures to promote comfort?

Instructing the client to wear loose cotton underwear
Application of hydrogen peroxide solution over the lesions
Application of lubricants to lesions
Application of warm compresses

Explanation

Answer: A - Wearing of tight-fitting and nylon underwear can irritate the skin and slow down the process of healing. It is best to avoid hydrogen peroxide applications. Cool, wet compresses can soothe the itch.

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