Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
A nurse at a public health clinic is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following should the nurse identify as a reportable diagnosis to the CDC?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Hepatitis A. Hepatitis A is a reportable diagnosis to the CDC because it is a communicable disease that can spread rapidly in the community. Reporting helps in tracking and controlling outbreaks. Herpes simplex virus type 1 (choice A) is a common infection but not typically reportable. Human papillomavirus (choice C) is not reportable as it is not a notifiable disease. Pediculosis capitis (choice D), which is head lice, is usually not reportable as it is not a communicable disease of public health concern.