An adolescent patient has blood drawn by the clinic nurse for laboratory studies confirming an infection with the Epstein-Barr virus.The clinic nurse is teaching the adolescent and parents about the appropriate treatment.Along with rest and acetaminophen (Tylenol)for pharyngitis,which other point does the nurse include in the educational session?

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An extended absence from contact sports should be included in the education because the Epstein-Barr virus causes infectious mononucleosis which can cause an enlarged spleen. Participating in contact sports can cause trauma to the spleen and lead to a potentially life-threatening condition called splenic rupture. It is important for the patient to avoid contact sports until the spleen has returned to its normal size. Tepid baths, oral care, and frequent follow-up appointments are not necessary for the treatment of Epstein-Barr virus.

An Adolescent Patient Has Blood Drawn by the Clinic Nurse