A nurse is admitting a middle adult client who has cirrhosis. Findings upon admission:

Exhibits

The nurse is assessing the client 24 hr later. How should the nurse interpret the findings?

For each finding, click to specify whether the finding is unrelated to the diagnosis, a sign of potential improvement, or a sign of potential worsening condition.

Spontaneous bruising

Ascites

Increased albumin level

Hematemesis

Elevated iron levels

Answer and Explanation

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Liver cirrhosis interferes with the synthesis of clotting factors in the liver leading to bleeding as evidence by the spontaneous bruises

The development of ascites occurs as the cirrhotic process progresses leading to increased extravasation of fluid in the splanchnic circulation.

Increased albumin indicates that the synthetic role of the liver is improving. Albumin is synthesized in the liver parenchyma.

Hematemesis occurs due to the presence of esophageal varices as a complication of advanced liver cirrhosis

The liver plays a key role in formation of ferritin which binds iron. Decreased levels of ferritin may lead to increased levels of free iron in the blood

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Albumin is a protein that plays a crucial role in maintaining skin health. Low albumin levels (hypoalbuminemia) can lead to poor wound healing and skin vulnerability.

Hemoglobin level, white cell count and 25-hydroxyvitamin have no direct role in skin breakdown.

A. Alopecia B. Diplopia C. Oily skin D. Increased salivation

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Malnutrition can lead to inadequate intake of essential nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, which are necessary for maintaining healthy hair growth.
B. Double vision, or diplopia, is more commonly associated with neurological or ocular conditions rather than malnutrition.
C. Malnutrition may result in dry, flaky skin due to deficiencies in essential fatty acids and other nutrients.
D. While malnutrition can affect various physiological processes, increased salivation is not a common manifestation of mal

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