A nurse is caring for a client with acute hepatitis. Which precaution is essential to prevent the spread of the virus to others?

A) Correct. Hepatitis C can be treated with a combination of antiviral medications, and there are several effective treatment options available.

B) Incorrect. There are effective treatments available for Hepatitis C, and lifestyle modifications are typically combined with medical treatment.

C) Incorrect. Surgical intervention may be considered in advanced cases of liver disease, but it is not the primary treatment for Hepatitis C.

D) Incorrect. While liver transplantation may be an option for severe cases of Hepatitis C with advanced liver damage, it is not the only treatment option available. Antiviral medications are the first-line treatment.

A) Incorrect. Cirrhosis is a chronic condition that develops over an extended period, often years, rather than rapidly within a few weeks.

B) Correct. In cirrhosis, healthy liver tissue is gradually replaced by scar tissue, which impairs liver function. This progressive replacement of functional tissue with fibrous tissue leads to the loss of normal liver function.

C) Incorrect. While cirrhosis can affect the biliary system, it is not the primary mechanism of damage.

D) Incorrect. Cirrhosis is considered an irreversible condition, although early intervention and treatment can help manage symptoms and slow its progression.