Acyclovir (Zovirax) is given to children with chickenpox to:
A) minimize scarring.
B) decrease the number of lesions.
C) prevent aplastic anemia.
D) prevent spread of the disease.

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Acyclovir decreases the number of lesions; shortens duration of fever; and decreases itching, lethargy, and anorexia. Treating pruritus and discouraging itching minimize scarring. Aplastic anemia is not a complication of chickenpox. Strict isolation until vesicles are dried prevents spread of disease.

Acyclovir (Zovirax) Is Given to Children with Chickenpox To