Which serologic marker would the nurse expect to be present if the client is a carrier of chronic hepatitis?
A. Anti-HCV antibodies
B. Anti-HBs antibodies
C. HBsAg antibodies
D. HAV antibodies
C
Persistent presence of the serologic marker HBsAg after 6 months indicates a carrier state or chronic hepatitis.
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Jose and his girlfriend are driving on the highway and witness a motor vehicle accident. He calls 911 and pulls over to the side of the road. He immediately begins to assess the victim to determine what he can do until the paramedics arrive
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A. Best policies. B. Best practices. C. Best measures. D. Best interventions.
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