Which statements regarding hepatitis B are correct (Select all ...

[jake]

Which statements regarding hepatitis B are correct (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Hepatitis B cannot exist in a carrier state.
  b. Hepatitis B can be prevented by hepatitis B virus vaccine.
  c. Hepatitis B can be transferred to an infant of a breastfeeding mother.
  d. The onset of hepatitis B is insidious.
  e. Immunity to hepatitis B occurs after one attack.

Question 2

During the first few days after surgery for cleft lip, which intervention should the nurse do?
 
  a. Leave infant in crib at all times to prevent suture strain.
  b. Keep infant heavily sedated to prevent suture strain.
  c. Remove restraints periodically to cuddle infant.
  d. Alternate position from prone to side-lying to supine.

[fwbard]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D, E
The vaccine elicits the formation of an antibody to the hepatitis B surface antigen, which is protective against hepatitis B. Hepatitis B can be transferred to an infant of a breastfeeding mother, especially if the mother's nipples are cracked. The onset of hepatitis B is insidious. Immunity develops after one exposure to hepatitis B. Hepatitis B can exist in a carrier state.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The nurse should remove restraints periodically, while supervising the infant, to allow him or her to exercise arms and to provide cuddling and tactile stimulation. The infant should not be left in the crib, but should be removed for appropriate holding and stimulation. Analgesia and sedation are administered for pain. Heavy sedation is not indicated. The child should not be placed in the prone position.

[jake]

Excellent

[atrochim]

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