NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

You are working on a patient that tells you that they have Hepatitis C. As a knowledgeable EMT-P you know that Hepatitis C.
  1. Is the most common blood borne infection in the United States.
  2. Can be prevented by obtaining a vaccination.
  3. Causes no symptoms in 100 percent of patients.
  4. Is not contagious.
Explanation
Answer: A - Hepatitis C is not prevented by a vaccine and is the most common blood borne infection in the US, is not easily transmitted and causes no symptoms in about 80 percent of all cases. It is important to practice responsible medicine, as your patient may not even be aware of their exposure.
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