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Which virus is responsible for genital herpes infections and lesions?
Which virus is responsible for genital herpes infections and lesions?
- Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) (correct)
- Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)
- Influenza virus
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
What is the goal of HSV antiviral therapy?
What is the goal of HSV antiviral therapy?
- To completely eliminate the virus from the body
- To reduce the frequency and intensity of symptoms (correct)
- To cure the disease
- To prevent the spread of the disease to others
Which of the following is a common antiviral drug for HSV?
Which of the following is a common antiviral drug for HSV?
- Oseltamivir
- Amantadine
- Famciclovir (correct)
- Rimantadine
How do viral DNA polymerase inhibitors work to reduce viral reproduction?
How do viral DNA polymerase inhibitors work to reduce viral reproduction?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which type of antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
Which type of antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which of the following drugs is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which of the following drugs is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for entecavir (Baraclude)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for entecavir (Baraclude)?
Which of the following drugs is a combination antiviral agent used to treat hepatitis C?
Which of the following drugs is a combination antiviral agent used to treat hepatitis C?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for telbivudine (Tyzeka)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for telbivudine (Tyzeka)?
Which drugs are most often used to prevent and control HSV infections?
Which drugs are most often used to prevent and control HSV infections?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
What is the main action of anticytomegalovirus drugs in treating CMV infection?
What is the main action of anticytomegalovirus drugs in treating CMV infection?
Which drug is used for the treatment of RSV and can also be used for treating hepatitis C?
Which drug is used for the treatment of RSV and can also be used for treating hepatitis C?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) for adults?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) for adults?
What nursing implication should be considered when administering cidofovir and foscarnet?
What nursing implication should be considered when administering cidofovir and foscarnet?
What is the major drug used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
What is the major drug used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Which is a key learning outcome for this section?
Which is a key learning outcome for this section?
What is the definition of AIDS?
What is the definition of AIDS?
What is the definition of antiretroviral?
What is the definition of antiretroviral?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
Which two antivirals are used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
Which two antivirals are used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the recommended action when using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 or HSV-2?
What is the recommended action when using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 or HSV-2?
What are some of the serious warnings associated with antiviral drugs?
What are some of the serious warnings associated with antiviral drugs?
What are intravenous antivirals used for?
What are intravenous antivirals used for?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the ability of HIV's surface protein gp41 to fuse with the host cell's CD4 receptor?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the ability of HIV's surface protein gp41 to fuse with the host cell's CD4 receptor?
Which type of antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which type of antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which type of antiviral drug is used to prevent and control HSV infections?
Which type of antiviral drug is used to prevent and control HSV infections?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the major drug used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
What is the major drug used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which type of antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
What is the main action of anticytomegalovirus drugs in treating CMV infection?
What is the main action of anticytomegalovirus drugs in treating CMV infection?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
Which of the following drugs is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which of the following drugs is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for entecavir (Baraclude)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for entecavir (Baraclude)?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent containing the viral protein inhibitor ledipasvir and the viral DNA polymerase inhibitor sofosbuvir?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent containing the viral protein inhibitor ledipasvir and the viral DNA polymerase inhibitor sofosbuvir?
Which drug increases sun sensitivity and can result in severe sunburn?
Which drug increases sun sensitivity and can result in severe sunburn?
Which drug is classified as a 'hazardous drug' and requires precautions to avoid exposure?
Which drug is classified as a 'hazardous drug' and requires precautions to avoid exposure?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for foscarnet (Foscavir)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for foscarnet (Foscavir)?
What is the main action of ribavirin (Virazole) in treating respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
What is the main action of ribavirin (Virazole) in treating respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
Which class of drugs does lamivudine belong to?
Which class of drugs does lamivudine belong to?
Which of the following is a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat genital herpes infections and lesions?
Which of the following is a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat genital herpes infections and lesions?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of outbreaks?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of outbreaks?
Which of the following antiviral drugs is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to prevent influenza spread and reduce the symptoms of influenza?
Which of the following antiviral drugs is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to prevent influenza spread and reduce the symptoms of influenza?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for oseltamivir (Tamiflu) to treat an active influenza infection?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for oseltamivir (Tamiflu) to treat an active influenza infection?
Which two antivirals are used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
Which two antivirals are used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
When using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 (cold sores) or HSV-2 (genital herpes), what precaution should be taken?
When using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 (cold sores) or HSV-2 (genital herpes), what precaution should be taken?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
What suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
What are intravenous antivirals used for?
What are intravenous antivirals used for?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the ability of HIV's surface protein gp41 to fuse with the host cell's CD4 receptor?
Which type of antiretroviral drug prevents cellular infection with HIV by blocking the ability of HIV's surface protein gp41 to fuse with the host cell's CD4 receptor?
What is the specific retrovirus responsible for the immune system problems associated with destruction of helper T cells (CD4 cells) when the infection results in HIV disease and progresses to AIDS?
What is the specific retrovirus responsible for the immune system problems associated with destruction of helper T cells (CD4 cells) when the infection results in HIV disease and progresses to AIDS?
Which type of antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which type of antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which of the following is a key learning outcome for the section on Antivirals and Antiretrovirals?
Which of the following is a key learning outcome for the section on Antivirals and Antiretrovirals?
Which of the following is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
Which of the following is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
Which antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
Which antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
Which drug is used to treat hepatitis C and is taken orally along with other drugs for years?
Which drug is used to treat hepatitis C and is taken orally along with other drugs for years?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide)?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide)?
Which drug should not be used in women who are pregnant unless the infection is life-threatening because the risk for birth defects is high?
Which drug should not be used in women who are pregnant unless the infection is life-threatening because the risk for birth defects is high?
Which drug should be avoided during pregnancy because it can cause severe birth defects or fetal death?
Which drug should be avoided during pregnancy because it can cause severe birth defects or fetal death?
Which of the following is NOT a common antiviral drug for HSV?
Which of the following is NOT a common antiviral drug for HSV?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of outbreaks?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of outbreaks?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What are some of the serious warnings associated with antiviral drugs?
What are some of the serious warnings associated with antiviral drugs?
Which drug is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which drug is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which drug is a synthetic injected drug similar to the interferon the human body makes to fight viral infections?
Which drug is a synthetic injected drug similar to the interferon the human body makes to fight viral infections?
Which drug is a protease inhibitor used to prevent viral replication and release of viral particles?
Which drug is a protease inhibitor used to prevent viral replication and release of viral particles?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent used to treat hepatitis C?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent used to treat hepatitis C?
Which two types of drugs are used to treat influenza?
Which two types of drugs are used to treat influenza?
What is the main action of drugs used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection?
What is the main action of drugs used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection?
Which virus is responsible for respiratory infections such as chest colds, croup, and pneumonia in children?
Which virus is responsible for respiratory infections such as chest colds, croup, and pneumonia in children?
What is the recommended time frame for initiating antiviral therapy for influenza?
What is the recommended time frame for initiating antiviral therapy for influenza?
Which two antivirals are commonly used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
Which two antivirals are commonly used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
Which suffix is common among antivirals used to treat herpes infections and influenza?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
What nursing implication should be considered when administering cidofovir and foscarnet?
What nursing implication should be considered when administering cidofovir and foscarnet?
Which of the following is the main action of antiretroviral drugs?
Which of the following is the main action of antiretroviral drugs?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
What is the key term for the later stage of HIV disease that causes a breakdown in the immune system?
Which class of drugs does lamivudine belong to?
Which class of drugs does lamivudine belong to?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
Which drug is classified as a hazardous drug and requires precautions to avoid exposure to anyone except the patient?
Which drug is classified as a hazardous drug and requires precautions to avoid exposure to anyone except the patient?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) when administered intravenously once weekly for 2 weeks in adults?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) when administered intravenously once weekly for 2 weeks in adults?
Which drug should not be used in pregnant women unless the infection is life-threatening because of the high risk for birth defects?
Which drug should not be used in pregnant women unless the infection is life-threatening because of the high risk for birth defects?
Which drug increases the likelihood for seizures and requires patients to be asked about a seizure disorder?
Which drug increases the likelihood for seizures and requires patients to be asked about a seizure disorder?
Which type of antiviral drug works by preventing cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which type of antiviral drug works by preventing cellular infection with HIV by blocking the CCR5 receptor on CD4+ T cells?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which antiretroviral drug inhibits the HIV enzyme integrase, which the virus uses to insert the viral DNA into the host cell's human DNA?
Which type of antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
Which type of antiretroviral drug works by binding directly to the HIV-1 enzyme reverse transcriptase, preventing viral cell DNA replication, RNA replication, and protein synthesis?
Which antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which antiretroviral drug suppresses the formation of infectious virions by inhibiting the retroviral protease enzyme?
Which type of antiviral drug is used to prevent and control HSV infections?
Which type of antiviral drug is used to prevent and control HSV infections?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
What is the main action of neuraminidase inhibitors in treating influenza?
Which drug is classified as a 'hazardous drug' and requires precautions to avoid exposure?
Which drug is classified as a 'hazardous drug' and requires precautions to avoid exposure?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) for adults?
What is the recommended dosage range for cidofovir (Vistide) for adults?
Which drug is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which drug is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat HBV infection?
Which drug is a protease inhibitor used to treat HCV infection?
Which drug is a protease inhibitor used to treat HCV infection?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent containing the viral protein inhibitor ledipasvir and the viral DNA polymerase inhibitor sofosbuvir?
Which drug is a combination antiviral agent containing the viral protein inhibitor ledipasvir and the viral DNA polymerase inhibitor sofosbuvir?
Which drug is a synthetic injected drug similar to the interferon the human body makes to fight viral infections?
Which drug is a synthetic injected drug similar to the interferon the human body makes to fight viral infections?
Which antiviral drug is a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat herpes simplex virus infections?
Which antiviral drug is a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat herpes simplex virus infections?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of herpes simplex virus outbreaks?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for acyclovir (Zovirax) to decrease the frequency of herpes simplex virus outbreaks?
Which antiviral drug is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to prevent influenza spread and reduce the symptoms of influenza?
Which antiviral drug is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to prevent influenza spread and reduce the symptoms of influenza?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for oseltamivir (Tamiflu) to treat influenza?
What is the recommended adult dosage range for oseltamivir (Tamiflu) to treat influenza?
Which two antivirals are commonly used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
Which two antivirals are commonly used in treating or preventing influenza in children?
What is the recommended action when using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 (cold sores) or HSV-2 (genital herpes)?
What is the recommended action when using topical drugs for treatment of HSV-1 (cold sores) or HSV-2 (genital herpes)?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
What is the main purpose of antivirals in treating herpes infections?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
Which virus can cause serious problems such as brain infection and serious eye infections?
Which antivirals are used for the more serious problems of CMV retinitis and RSV?
Which antivirals are used for the more serious problems of CMV retinitis and RSV?
What precautions should be taken when using antivirals for the more serious problems of CMV retinitis and RSV?
What precautions should be taken when using antivirals for the more serious problems of CMV retinitis and RSV?
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