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V@ndy87 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A patient has herpes zoster (shingles). A local antiviral agent, which is useful in delaying the progression of herpetic diseases, was prescribed. This medication is

a. lorazepam (Ativan).
b. hydroxyzine (Atarax).
c. acyclovir (Zovirax).
d. hydrocortisone (Solu-Cortef).

Question 2

Which of the following statements best captures an aspect of illness in older adults?

A) Death from heart disease is increasing in this population.
B) Death from cancer is increasing in this population.
C) Chronic illnesses are less common than in younger people.
D) Several acute illnesses are often present that must be managed simultaneously.

FergA · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Oral and intravenous acyclovir (Zovirax), when administered early, reduces the pain and duration of the virus.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
In the elderly population, the cancer death rate has increased in the past three decades; deaths from heart disease have declined. Several chronic conditions are often present and must be managed simultaneously.