A pediatric clinic nurse is educating parents about an important primary prevention measure for hepatitis A. Which topic does the nurse include in the teaching session?
A.
Genetic counseling
B.
Immune globulin
C.
Immunization
D.
Oatmeal baths
ANS: C
Primary prevention measures are those that prevent the onset of disease. Immunizations are a prime example of primary prevention. Immune globulin is given to children after an exposure, and although it is considered a primary prevention measure, it is not as important as vaccination. Genetic counseling is not indicated because hepatitis is a viral disease. Oatmeal baths would be suggested for a child who already has hepatitis and pruritus.
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