Hepatitis Flashcards
0
Q
what is the incubation period of hep A
A
15-50 days
1
Q
how is hep A transmitted
A
oral-fecal
2
Q
how long does hep A last
A
4-8 weeks
3
Q
s/s - flu-like symptoms, jaundice, dark urine, indigestion, enlarged spleen & liver
A
hep A
4
Q
how can you prevent hep A
A
hand washing, safe water, proper sewage disposal, vaccine
5
Q
how is hep B transmitted
A
blood, saliva, semen, vaginal secretions, birth
6
Q
what is the incubation for hep B
A
1-6 months
7
Q
epivir & hepsera are used in the treatment of what
A
hep B
8
Q
how is hep C transmitted
A
blood, sexual contact
9
Q
what is the most common cause for a pt to need a liver transplant
A
hep C
10
Q
interferon & ribavirin are used to treat what
A
hep C
