A client is seen in the public health clinic for symptoms of hepatitis. The nurse is questioning the client regarding exposure
The client provides the following information: a recent missionary trip to Africa; involved in a monogamous heterosexual relationship for 25 years; no history of IV drug use; blood transfusions 5 years ago. What is the most likely type of hepatitis for this client? 1. Hepatitis A
2. Hepatitis B
3. Hepatitis C
4. Hepatitis G
Hepatitis A
Rationale: Hepatitis A is found in contaminated water, which may be found in various locations in Africa the client visited. While the client could be hiding the truth about other high-risk behaviors, the client does have the one risk factor that is a possibility for hepatitis A. While the client received blood 5 years ago, this should not be a risk factor for hepatitis, though it still might be for HIV. There are no risk factors indicated for hepatitis B, C, or G.
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