A patient who is taking acyclovir (Zovirax) to treat an oral HSV-1 infection asks the nurse why oral care is so important. The nurse will tell the patient that meticulous oral care helps to:
A) minimize transmission of disease.
B) prevent gingival hyperplasia.
C) reduce viral resistance to the drug.
D) shorten the duration of drug therapy.
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