The nurse is teaching a patient about strategies for reducing the risk of hepatitis B transmission. Which statements by the patient indicate teaching has been effective?
Select all that apply.
1. "I will wash my hands frequently to prevent fecal–oral transmission."
2. "I will avoid alcohol."
3. "I will avoid contact with blood and body fluids."
4. "I will avoid contaminated food and water."
5. "I will use safe sex techniques."
Correct Answer: 3, 5
Hepatitis B is contracted through contaminated blood and body fluids. Strategies that reduce exposure to the blood and body fluids of others, including using safe sex techniques, reduce the risk of hepatitis B transmission. Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal–oral route and through contaminated food and water. Laënnec cirrhosis is related to alcohol consumption and to chronic hepatitis B or C.
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