For a client who has herpes simplex virus type 2 with painful genital lesions,oral administration of which medication helps shorten an acute episode and prevent recurrence of this illness?
A)lindane (Kwell)
B)miconazole nitrate (Micatin)
C)nitric acid
D)acyclovir (Zovirax)

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Herpes zoster is treated with acyclovir (Zovirax)in clients with severe pain or to clients who are immunosuppressed.

For a Client Who Has Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2