The nurse is discussing home care with a mother whose 6-year-old child has hepatitis A. What information should the nurse include?
a. Advise bed rest until 1 week after the icteric phase.
b. Teach infection control measures to family members.
c. Inform the mother that the child cannot return to school until 3 weeks after onset of jaundice.
d. Reassure the mother that hepatitis A cannot be transmitted to other family members.
ANS: B
Hand washing is the single most effective measure in preventing and controlling hepatitis. Hepatitis A can be transmitted through the fecal–oral route. Family members must be taught preventive measures. Rest and quiet activities are essential and adjusted to the child's condition, but bed rest is not necessary. The child is not infectious 1 week after the onset of jaundice and may return to school as activity level allows.
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