Author Question: For a client who has viral hepatitis, which of these statements is TRUE? a. Frequent rest periods ... (Read 40 times)

ishan · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

For a client who has viral hepatitis, which of these statements is TRUE?

a. Frequent rest periods are optional. c. Food preparation is unaffected.
b. Thorough hand hygiene is essential. d. Donating blood is encouraged.

Question 2

A client who has viral hepatitis should have which dietary modification to allow the liver to heal?

a. restricted caloric intake c. low carbohydrate
b. restricted fluids d. low protein

mmpiza · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Nursing care focuses on teaching the client about the disease process and its management, with content focused on the specific type of viral infection (i.e., A, B, C, D, or E), improving or maintaining nutritional status, and managing fatigue.

Answer to Question 2

D
Medical treatment focuses on resting the liver and detecting complications early. Antiemetics and vitamins C, B complex, and K are often prescribed, in addition to dietary modifications such as fat or protein restriction.