NCLEX-RN · Question #69
Which of the following should be included in discharge teaching for a client with hepatitis C?
The correct answer is C. He should avoid alcoholic beverages during his recovery period. (A) Aspirin is hepatotoxic, may increase bleeding, and should be avoided. (B) Blood should not be donated by a client who has had hepatitis C because of the possibility of transmission of disease. (C) Alcohol is detoxified in the liver. (D) Hepatitis C is not spread through the…
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Which of the following should be included in discharge teaching for a client with hepatitis C?
Options
- AHe should take aspirin as needed for muscle and joint pain.
- BHe may become a blood donor when his liver enzymes return to normal.
- CHe should avoid alcoholic beverages during his recovery period.
- DHe should use disposable dishes for eating and drinking.
How the community answered
(42 responses)- A5% (2)
- C93% (39)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
(A) Aspirin is hepatotoxic, may increase bleeding, and should be avoided. (B) Blood should not be donated by a client who has had hepatitis C because of the possibility of transmission of disease. (C) Alcohol is detoxified in the liver. (D) Hepatitis C is not spread through the oral route.
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