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Update on viral hepatitis.

Angela Narbey
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At least five hepatitis viruses attack the liver specifically, but many health care professionals confuse the action of each type. It is very important that nurses have some knowledge about each of the viruses so that they are able to nurse and educate patients appropriately. In this update, Angela Narbey focuses on hepatitis A, B,C,D and E although though there are other rare viruses that cause hepatitis.

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Angela Narbey. Update on viral hepatitis.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15918467/

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