Hepatitis B
Topic: Infection control
A liver infection caused by hepatitis B virus, spread through blood, sexual contact and from mother to infant; chronic infection can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. A safe, effective vaccine exists: in Türkiye it is part of the schedule starting at birth, and it is recommended for all health workers. Infants of HBsAg-positive mothers receive vaccine and hepatitis B immune globulin as soon as possible after birth. Standard precautions are sufficient for care.
- Also known as:
- HBV, Hepatitis B virus infection
- In Turkish:
- Hepatit B
What does Hepatitis B mean?
Hepatitis B is part of the Infection control topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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