hepatitis drugs and labs

Question 1

liver function tests (ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin)

Answer 1

• assess liver function and damage
• increased in hepatitis, liver disease, cancers, CHF
• encourage proper diet
• encourage vaccination as appropriate

Question 2

hepatitis A antibody, Hep B antigen&antibody, Hep C antibody, Hep D antibody

Answer 2

• assess for Hep A, B, C, or D
• positive results indicate hepatitis infection
• encourage prevention of transmission
• eliminate alcohol ingestion