A patient has herpes zoster (shingles) and is being treated with acyclovir (Zovirax) .What should the nurse do when administering this drug?
A) Apply lightly,being careful not to completely cover the lesion.
B) After application,wrap in warm wet dressings.
C) Use gloves.
D) Rub medication into lesions.
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