What signs or symptoms are most commonly associated with the prodromal phase of acute viral hepatitis?
a. Bruising and lethargy
b. Anorexia and malaise
c. Fatigability and jaundice
d. Dark urine and pale stools
ANS: B
The signs and symptoms most common in the prodromal phase are anorexia, malaise, lethargy, and easy fatigability. Bruising would not be an issue unless liver damage has occurred. Jaundice is a late sign and often does not occur in children. Dark urine and pale stools would occur during the onset of jaundice (icteric phase) if it occurs.
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