A patient's laboratory test results indicate acute rubella infection, with the presence of immunoglobulin M (IgM)antibodies.The patient is currently asymptomatic.The nurse should tell the patient to expect which of the following symptoms?
A)A pink, macular rash and fever
B)Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
C)Red papules and headache
D)Dizziness and abdominal cramping

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Acute rubella infection typically presents with a rash (pink, macular) and fever. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, red papules, headache, dizziness, and abdominal cramping are not typical symptoms of rubella.

A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Indicate Acute Rubella Infection, with the Presence