Oral antiviral therapy is prescribed for a client with herpes zoster. The nurse would explain to the client that the medication is used to decrease (Select all that apply)

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When antivirals are started early in the disease, they can reduce pain and accelerate healing. They also seem to have a role in reducing the incidence of postherpetic neuralgia. Pain relief can also be obtained through analgesics and sedatives.

Oral Antiviral Therapy Is Prescribed for a Client with Herpes