Final answer:
The correct statement by a parent that indicates an understanding of infectious mononucleosis is that it is commonly associated with the Epstein-Barr virus. Infectious mononucleosis, often referred to as mono, is contagious and primarily affects the lymphatic system, not just the liver.
Step-by-step explanation:
The correct statement that indicates an understanding of the teaching about infectious mononucleosis is: b) "The Epstein-Barr virus is commonly associated with it." Infectious mononucleosis, also known as mono, is a common and typically mild infection that is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is a member of the herpesvirus family (Human herpesvirus 4 or HHV-4). Mono is known for the characteristic symptoms of fever, pharyngitis, lymph node swelling, and fatigue. Although it can affect the liver, causing it to enlarge and sometimes resulting in jaundice, it primarily targets the lymphatic system and is not liver-specific. Moreover, infectious mononucleosis is quite contagious, generally spread through direct contact with saliva, so the statements that it is caused by a bacterial infection, primarily affects the liver, or is not contagious are incorrect.