The nurse is preparing a community presentation about hepatitis B virus (HBV). Which information should be included in the teaching session?

Pregnant women may pass HBV to the fetus

Maintain safe food-handling procedures

Symptoms include diarrhea and cramping

History of gallstones is a risk factor

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A) HBV can be transmitted from an infected mother to her child during childbirth.

The importance of screening and vaccination should be emphasized.

B)   While important for general health, this is not specifically related to the transmission of HBV, which is primarily spread through blood and bodily fluids.
C)   These are not typical symptoms of HBV; common symptoms include jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal pain.
D)   History of gallstones is not a risk factor for HBV.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A) Omeprazole is not primarily prescribed to enhance nutrient absorption; its main action is to reduce gastric acid secretion.
B) Omeprazole does not specifically affect carbohydrate digestion.
C) Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the production of gastric acid, which can help alleviate symptoms and promote healing in acute pancreatitis.
D) Omeprazole's primary action is not to reduce the risk of pancreatic infection; it is primarily used to decrease gastric acid production

A. Request a dietary consult B. Order a 2 gram sodium restriction diet C. Initiate a fluid restriction D. Hold the spironolactone and furosemide

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A) Requesting a dietary consult is useful but not the most immediate action needed.

B) Ordering a 2 gram sodium restriction diet is important but not addressing the immediate issue of electrolyte imbalance.
C) Fluid restriction may be considered but not before addressing the electrolyte issues.
D) Holding the spironolactone and furosemide is the correct action, as administering these could exacerbate the existing hypokalemia and hyponatremia, increasing the risk of adverse effects.

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Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is D

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