How to use the subject guide: read the resource related to each of the learning outcomes; identify any gaps in your clinical practice; adapt your clinical practice according to your new learning in consultation with your supervisor
Learning outcomes > resource
On completion of this subject guide, you should be able to:
Outline the need for Hepatitis A vaccination to travellers going to an at risk area > http://www.racgp.org.au/download/documents/AFP/2010/December/201012mayer.pdf
Summarise the public health implications for a diagnosis of Hepatitis A > http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/cdna-song-hepa.htm
Educate the patient with Hepatitis A on prevention of transmission > http://access.health.qld.gov.au/hid/InfectionsandParasites/ViralInfections/hepatitisA_fs.asp
Points for discussion
Describe the differences between Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C
What are the long term effects of contracting Hepatitis A?
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