Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
The client is in the preicteric phase of hepatitis. Which signs/symptoms should the nurse expect the client to exhibit during this phase?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The preicteric phase of hepatitis involves nonspecific symptoms like fatigue and diarrhea before jaundice appears. Clay-colored stools, jaundice, and pruritus occur in the icteric phase.