Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Practice Question

The nurse is seeing a client in the clinic who has shingles (herpes zoster). The client is concerned about spreading the disease to others. How should the nurse respond?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Shingles is contagious to immunocompromised individuals, such as those with leukemia, via contact with active lesions. The vaccine is recommended for older adults, not all ages, and recurrence is possible.

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