A 22-week pregnant woman is exposed to varicella. She is unsure of past infection. What is the most appropriate first step?...

Question

A 22-week pregnant woman is exposed to varicella. She is unsure of past infection. What is the most appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Arrange urgent VZV IgG testing to determine immunity

Answer

Give aciclovir immediately

Answer

Reassure; no action needed

Answer

Give varicella vaccine now

Answer

Start prophylactic antibiotics

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Varicella Exposure in Pregnancy