A 55-Year-Old Patient Admitted with an Abrupt Onset of Jaundice

question 14

Multiple Choice

A 55-year-old patient admitted with an abrupt onset of jaundice and nausea has abnormal liver function studies but serologic testing is negative for viral causes of hepatitis.Which question by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "Is there any history of IV drug use?"
• B) "Do you use any over-the-counter drugs?"
• C) "Are you taking corticosteroids for any reason?"
• D) "Have you recently traveled to a foreign country?"

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