NCLEX Question for herpes simplex virus (HSV-1)

NCLEX Review Question

The herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), which produces a cold sore (fever blister), has an incubation period of

a.2-12 days
b.0-3 months.
c.20-30 days.
d.3-6 months.

Correct Answer: A
2-12 days.
Rationale: HSV-1 is transmitted primarily by direct contact with infected secretions.

0-3 months.
Rationale: The time period 0-3 months exceeds the incubation period.

20-30 days.
Rationale: The time period 20-30 days exceeds the incubation period.

3-6 months.
Rationale: The time period 3-6 months exceeds the incubation period.

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