Practice Question
For a 24-year old client with hepatitis A, which of the following is the most likely etiological factor?
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Correct Answer:
Eating shrimp at the local pub
Rationale:
💎 Hepatitis A is caused by the Hepatitis A virus (HAV), which is primarily transmitted by the fecal–oral route.
💎 The virus spreads through ingestion of food or water contaminated with fecal matter containing HAV.
💎 Eating seafood, especially shellfish like shrimp, from unsanitary sources or polluted waters is a common cause.
💎 The infection leads to acute liver inflammation, causing jaundice, malaise, fatigue, nausea, and right upper quadrant discomfort.
💎 Prevention involves good hand hygiene, proper food handling, and vaccination against HAV for high-risk individuals.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4