A 68-Year-Old Patient Has an Abrupt Onset of Anorexia,nausea and Vomiting,hepatomegaly,and

question 29

Multiple Choice

A 68-year-old patient has an abrupt onset of anorexia,nausea and vomiting,hepatomegaly,and abnormal liver function studies.Serological testing is negative for viral causes of hepatitis.During assessment of the patient,what is it most important for the nurse to ask the patient about?

• A) Any prior exposure to people with jaundice
• B) The use of all prescription and over-the-counter medications
• C) Treatment of chronic diseases with corticosteroids
• D) Exposure to children recently immunized for hepatitis B

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