An Adolescent Has Suspected Infectious Mononucleosis After Exposure to the Virus

question 2

Multiple Choice

An adolescent has suspected infectious mononucleosis after exposure to the virus in the past week. The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner examines the adolescent and notes exudate on the tonsils, soft palate petechiae, and diffuse adenopathy. Which test will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner perform to confirm the diagnosis?

• A) Complete blood count
• B) EBV-specific antibody testing
• C) Heterophile antibody testing
• D) Throat culture

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