S45(2) HCV Flashcards
1
Q
How is HCV transmitted?
A
Blood and bodily fluids
2
Q
How is HCV cured?
A
Direct Acting Antiviral Therapy
3
Q
HCV antibody negative
A
No prior exposure
If suspected recent exposure conduct HCV RNA test
4
Q
HCV antibody positive
A
Requires HCV RNA testing
5
Q
HCV antibody positive
HCV RNA negative
A
Prior infection resolved
Prior infection treated
6
Q
HCV antibody positive
HCV RNA positive
A
Current infection
7
Q
HCV General Approach to Treatment
Recommended for all except those with short life expectancies
A
True
8
Q
HCV General Approach to Treatment
Treatment can be considered in patients who inject drugs
A
True
9
Q
HCV Counseling and Non-Pharmacologic Therapy
A
Vaccinated against HAV and HBV Avoid or limit alcohol consumption Eat a balance diet and exercise regularly Avoid herbal supplements Minimize HCV transmission risks
