A nurse is attending a continuing education course about communicable diseases. The nurse should identify that varicella has which of the following incubation periods?

Choice A rationale The incubation period for varicella, or chickenpox, is typically longer than 2 to 5 days. It usually ranges from 10 to 21 days. Choice B rationale An incubation period of 3 to 4 weeks is within the typical range for varicella. However, the average incubation period is usually around 14 to 16 days. Choice C rationale An incubation period of 7 to 10 days is shorter than the typical incubation period for varicella, which is usually around 14 to 16 days. Choice D rationale An incubation period of 2 to 3 weeks is within the typical range for varicella. The average incubation period is usually around 14 to 16 days.