Hepatitis Web Study

Learning Objectives

Upon completing the module Hepatitis C, participants should be able to:

  1. Summarize the natural history of patients with acute hepatitis C virus infection.
  2. Discuss the treatment approach to patients with acute hepatitis C virus infection.
  3. Explain the sensitivity and specificity of different antibody tests for diagnosing patients with chronic hepatitis C infection.
  4. Describe the general approach for diagnosing patients with chronic hepatitis C in high prevalence and low prevalence settings.
  5. List the key factors in determining a response to treatment for hepatitis C.
  6. Identify appropriate indicators for provision of treatment for chronic hepatitis C.
  7. Understand goals of treatment for chronic hepatitis C virus infection.
  8. Discuss the optimal dosing and duration of therapy for chronic hepatitis C infection.
  9. List the major causes of anemia associated with therapy for hepatitis C.
  10. Understand the importance of maintaining optimal interferon and ribavirin dosing.
  11. Summarize the risk factors associated with perinatal HCV transmission.
  12. Discuss the evaluation of neonates who have HCV-infected mothers.