What clinical manifestations would the nurse expect in the client with chronic persistent hepatitis?
A. The client has symptoms of hepatomegaly.
B. The client is asymptomatic.
C. The client is confused.
D. The client has asterixis.
B
The client with chronic persistent hepatitis is asymptomatic and physical assessment findings are usually normal. Liver damage does not progress beyond the initial insult.
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