Primary Genital Herpes Is Diagnosed in a Patient Seeking Care

Primary genital herpes is diagnosed in a patient seeking care for lesions on her vulva and perineum. After the nurse teaches the patient about management of the disease, which statement by the patient indicates that the teaching has been effective?

A) "I will take the acyclovir (Zovirax) every 8 hours for the next week."
B) "I will use condoms for intercourse until the medication is all gone."
C) "I will use the acyclovir ointment on the area to relieve the pain."
D) "I will need to take all of the medication to be sure the infection is cured."