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What is the primary way hepatitis D is transmitted?
What is the primary way hepatitis D is transmitted?
- Blood and sexual contact (correct)
- Contaminated food or water
- Insect bites
- Airborne particles
Which statement about hepatitis D is true?
Which statement about hepatitis D is true?
- It is primarily a respiratory disease.
- It can occur independently of hepatitis B.
- It causes symptoms immediately after infection.
- Only persons with hepatitis B are at risk for hepatitis D. (correct)
What is the incubation period for hepatitis D?
What is the incubation period for hepatitis D?
- 30-150 days (correct)
- 1-3 days
- 6 months
- 1 year
The presence of enlarged posterior cervical lymph nodes can indicate which condition?
The presence of enlarged posterior cervical lymph nodes can indicate which condition?
Which of the following is a misconception about hepatitis D?
Which of the following is a misconception about hepatitis D?
Flashcards
Hepatitis D transmission
Hepatitis D transmission
Hepatitis D only infects people who already have Hepatitis B.
Hepatitis D Incubation Period
Hepatitis D Incubation Period
Hepatitis D appears 30-150 days after exposure.
Hepatitis D Symptom
Hepatitis D Symptom
Possible enlarged lymph nodes in the neck (posterior cervical).
Risk factor for Hepatitis D
Risk factor for Hepatitis D
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Hepatitis D Blood
Hepatitis D Blood
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Study Notes
Hepatitis D
- Hepatitis D is a viral infection that only affects people who already have hepatitis B. It cannot occur independently.
Transmission of Hepatitis D
- Hepatitis D transmission occurs through blood and/or sexual contact.
Risk Factors for Hepatitis D
- Only persons with pre-existing hepatitis B are at risk for contracting hepatitis D.
Incubation Period of Hepatitis D
- The incubation period for hepatitis D is typically 30-150 days.
Symptoms of Hepatitis D
- One potential symptom is enlargement of the posterior cervical lymph nodes.
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