Question

A patient is diagnosed with an infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. Which statement, if made by the patient, would indicate the patient needs further teaching about the infection?

A. "It's important for me to remember to wash my hands after I use the bathroom."
B. "I might get liver cancer someday because I have this infection."
C. "Before I take any over-the-counter medicines I should call the clinic."
D. "I will wash raw fruits and vegetables thoroughly before I eat them."

Answer 1

If a patient diagnosed with hepatitis A infection believes they might get liver cancer someday, they may need further education about the infection.

Step-by-step explanation:

If a patient diagnosed with an infection caused by the hepatitis A virus makes statement B: "I might get liver cancer someday because I have this infection," it would indicate that the patient needs further teaching about the infection. Hepatitis A is generally a mild or asymptomatic infection, and it does not cause chronic liver damage or increase the risk of liver cancer. The patient's concern about liver cancer is not accurate for hepatitis A. The other options (A, C, and D) are correct statements related to preventing the transmission of hepatitis A.