A client is suspected as having an infection caused by a bloodborne pathogen. For which health problems should the nurse expect the client to be tested? (Select all that apply.)
1. Hepatitis A
2. Hepatitis B
3. Hepatitis C
4. Hepatitis D
5. Hepatitis E
Answer: 2, 3, 4
1. Hepatitis A is caused by a foodborne pathogen.
2. Hepatitis B is caused by a bloodborne pathogen.
3. Hepatitis C is caused by a bloodborne pathogen.
4. Hepatitis D is caused by a bloodborne pathogen.
5. Hepatitis E is not an identified type of hepatitis.
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