Question

which statement about prevention of the spread of hepatitis c virus would the community nurse make while conducting an awareness program for sex workers and community members with substance abuse problems? only symptomatic patients can transmit the virus. a symptomatic patient cannot transmit hepatitis c. hepatitis c can be transmitted through the fecal - oral route. both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients can transmit the virus.

Explanation:

Hepatitis C can be transmitted by both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals through blood - to - blood contact, not fecal - oral route. Asymptomatic patients can also be carriers and transmit the virus.

Answer:

Both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients can transmit the virus.