A diagnosis of hepatitis C is confirmed by a male clients physician. The nurse should be knowledgeable of the differences between hepatitis A, B, and C. Which of the following are characteristics of hepatitis C?
A.
The potential for chronic liver disease is minimal.
B.
The onset of symptoms is abrupt.
C.
The incubation period is 2–26 weeks.
D.
There is an effective vaccine for hepatitis B, but not for hepatitis C.
Suggested Answer:C🗳️
(A) Hepatitis C and B may result in chronic liver disease. Hepatitis A has a low potential for chronic liver disease. (B) Hepatitis C and B have insidious onsets. Hepatitis A has an abrupt onset. (C) Incubation periods are as follows: hepatitis C is 226 weeks, hepatitis B is 620 weeks, and hepatitis A is 26 weeks. (D) Only hepatitis B has an effective vaccine.
not 226 weeks but 2-26 weeks
not 620 weeks but 6-20 weeks
explanation of certain choice is a bit confusing
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