The teen is concerned about the ability to continue working at his after-school job and his participation on the basketball team. The nurse would instruct the patient about activity. Which of the following instructions would be most appropriate?
a. The prognosis for this disease is poor
b. The teen will be in isolation until the fever resolves
c. The teen will have a prolonged recovery and will be debilitated for many months in the future
d. The return to usual activities is based on the teen's energy level, unless the spleen enlarges
D
This disease is self-limiting. Mono is no longer a debilitating disease. The patient is not placed in isolation, because the disease is not easily transmitted. As long as the spleen does not enlarge or rupture, recovery is not a problem. No special diet is required. The teen resumes activity based on his or her tolerance.
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