A 38-year-old male is complaining of generalized weakness and fatigue. Assessment findings include abdominal pain, fever, and yellowing of the eyes. Given these signs and symptoms, you would be suspicious of:

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The presenting symptoms of abdominal pain, fever, and yellowing of the eyes (jaundice) are classic signs of hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver. Generalized weakness and fatigue are also common symptoms of hepatitis. The other options do not typically present with these specific symptoms.

A 38-Year-Old Male Is Complaining of Generalized Weakness and Fatigue