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burchfield96

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A 15-year-old female presents with splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, and lymph node enlargement. She is diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis. What should the nurse tell the patient about the recovery time?
 
  a. 72 hours
  b. 3-5 days
  c. A few weeks
  d. 6 months

Question 2

What is the most likely cause of the eosinophilia?
 
  a. Parasitic invasion and allergic reactions
  b. Viral and bacterial infections
  c. Stress and anxiety reactions
  d. Fungal infections and delayed hypersensi-tivity



jonathanballen97

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Infectious mononucleosis (IM) is usually self-limiting, and recovery occurs in a few weeks; se-vere clinical complications are rare (5). Fatigue may last for 1-2 months after resolution of other symptoms.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Parasitic invasions and allergic disorders are associated with eosinophilia. Viral infections do not lead to eosinophilia nor do stress and anxiety reactions or fungal infections.



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