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The Journal of School Nursing, Vol. 21, No. 1, 10-16 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/10598405050210010401

The Significance of Herpes Simplex for School Nurses

Deirdre Ensor, RN, BSN

Manchester Township Elementary School in Manchester, NJ

Herpes simplex is a common recurrent viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. The two closely related but distinct viruses that cause herpes simplex infections are herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 is commonly associated with infections around the oral mucosa and is the cause of herpes labialis, often referred to as a fever blister or cold sore. HSV-2 infections are usually acquired sexually. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease with the highest prevalence among adolescents and young adults. Knowledge of viral activity, disease management, and community resources will assist the school nurse in developing and implementing strategies to prevent and manage this chronic disease.

Key Words: cold sores • genital herpes • herpes simplex virus (HSV) • sexually transmitted disease


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