The Nurse Determines That a Client Is at Risk for Contracting

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse determines that a client is at risk for contracting hepatitis B because of intravenous drug use.What should the nurse teach to reduce the client's risk for this health problem?

• A) Avoid contaminated food and water.
• B) Avoid sharing needles.
• C) Avoid alcohol consumption.
• D) Wash hands frequently, as the disease is transmitted via the fecal-oral route.

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Definitions:

Gonads

The reproductive organs in animals and humans that produce gametes; for males, these are the testes, and for females, the ovaries.

Perceptions

The process by which individuals interpret sensory information, leading to a unique understanding and view of the world around them.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance commonly found in beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits, known for its effects on the central nervous system and potential for abuse and addiction.

Delinquent Behavior

Actions that go against societal norms or laws, typically referred to in the context of juvenile or youth misconduct.