Question

Four weeks after returning from a tropical vacation, a 40-year-old man has presented to the emergency department with malaise, nausea, and yellow sclera. Serology has confirmed a diagnosis of hepatitis A (HAV). What teaching is most appropriate for this client?

Answer 1

Answer:    The body infected with the virus gets rid of the virus over time and can be vaccinated to prevent infection

Explanation:  Hepatitis A (HAV) is a contagious liver disease and, as such, it represents a milder form of hepatitis. This contagious disease is transmitted through contact or by ingesting food containing this virus that causes inflammation of the liver. This disease can be prevented by a vaccine. Hepatitis A is not a disease that causes chronic infection, so after a certain amount of time the body gets out and gets rid of the virus. Because of this, there is no specific way of treatment but only to alleviate the possible symptoms and if the symptoms become very pronounced one should respond urgently and seek medical help.