A nurse is caring for a client.
During the physical examination, the nurse observes small pinpoint open vesicles and pustules on the labia majora with clear drainage noted.
A thick, mucopurulent vaginal discharge is noted on the client’s perineal pad.
After reviewing the information in the client’s medical record, which of the following provider prescriptions should the nurse anticipate?

Choice A rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate A. Anticipate A might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice B rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate B. Anticipate B might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice C rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate C. Anticipate C might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice D rationale

The client’s symptoms of recent painful sores on the perineum, muscle aches, and chills, along with current discomfort when sitting and mild vaginal itching, could suggest a herpes simplex virus infection or another type of infection. Anticipate D might be an antiviral medication or other treatment to address the suspected condition.

Choice A rationale

Gradual lordosis, or the inward curvature of the spine, is a common physiological change during pregnancy. As the baby grows and the woman’s center of gravity shifts, the spine adjusts to maintain balance.

Choice B rationale

Decreased mobility of pelvic joints is not a typical physiological change during pregnancy. In fact, the body releases the hormone relaxin during pregnancy, which allows the ligaments in the pelvic area to relax and the joints to become looser in preparation for the birth process.

Choice C rationale

Increased abdominal muscle tone is not a typical physiological change during pregnancy. In fact, as the baby grows, the abdominal muscles stretch and can even separate, a condition known as diastasis recti.

Choice D rationale

Posterior neck flexion is not a typical physiological change during pregnancy.