Viral Hepatitis and Hepatitis Vaccines
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES After completion of this chapter individuals should be able to: 1 Define hepatitis and its symptomatology. 2 Distinguish between the various viruses associated with hepatitis. 3 Describe the general features of hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D, and hepatitis E, including the etiology, transmission, diagnosis, sequelae, and prophylaxis. 4 List and discuss the serologic markers used in the diagnosis of various forms of viral hepatitis. 5 Describe the implications of the carrier states for hepatitis B and hepatitis C. 6 List the risk factors associated with the different hepatitis viruses. 7 Comprehend the occupational considerations for viral hepatitis and transmission risks for healthcare workers. 8 Understand the chemotherapeutic approaches for management of persons infected with hepatitis viruses. 9 Describe the types and efficacy of available hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines. Viral Hepatitis and Hepatitis Vaccines
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