The male client is diagnosed with herpes simplex 2 viral infection and is prescribed valacyclovir (Valtrex). Which information should the nurse teach?
1. The medication will dry the lesions within a day or two.
2. Valtrex is taken once a day to control outbreaks.
3. The use of condoms will increase the spread of the herpes.
4. After the lesions are gone, the client will not transmit the virus.
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