A client is recovering from mononucleosis but is upset that 12 weeks after diagnosis she is still too weak to resume normal household and work chores
The client states that the spouse and children are getting very tired of "doing everything" while the client "just sits around." The most appropriate response by the nurse is to tell the client a. convalescence is lengthy and people often report fatigue as late as 6 months later.
b. further diagnostic testing may be necessary to determine the cause of the fatigue.
c. it has been long enough now to start resuming normal activities.
d. medications exist that can boost strength and endurance after mononucleosis.
A
Convalescence after mononucleosis is lengthy with some people reporting fatigue for up to 6 months. There are no treatments that mitigate or shorten the disease process.
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