The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Herpes Simplex

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with herpes simplex type I keratitis of the left eye who has eyedrops prescribed for use in the affected eye. The nurse explains that to prevent spread of the infection, the patient should

A) apply an occlusive dressing to the affected eye.
B) avoid touching the eyes and wash the hands frequently.
C) use the prescribed eyedrops in the right eye as well as the left eye as a prophylactic measure.
D) apply corticosteroid ophthalmic ointment to the right eye to decrease the risk for inflammation.