A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis of the liver. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

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A. Using a cell phone on the ear opposite to the pacemaker helps minimize the risk of electromagnetic interference with the pacemaker function.

B. Engaging in activities such as playing softball may not be appropriate immediately after pacemaker insertion. The client should follow specific activity restrictions as advised by the healthcare provider.

C. While performing arm exercises is generally beneficial for overall health, the client should avoid strenuous activities that may strain the upper body or disrupt the pacemaker leads

immediately after insertion.

D. Pacemaker battery replacement is typically scheduled based on the device's longevity and is performed in a healthcare facility, not the cardiologist's office. The client should follow up regularly with the healthcare provider for device checks and monitoring of battery status.

A. Diminished bowel sounds are not typically indicative of fluid overload. They may suggest decreased gastrointestinal motility, but this finding alone does not specifically indicate fluid overload.

B. Bradycardia is not typically associated with fluid overload. Instead, tachycardia may occur as the body attempts to compensate for decreased cardiac output.

C. Hypotension may occur with fluid overload in severe cases, but it is not a consistent or specific finding. Other signs, such as bounding pulses, are more indicative of fluid overload.

D. Bounding pulses, or strong and forceful arterial pulses, can be a sign of fluid overload due to increased blood volume. This finding may be observed in clients receiving excessive enteral feedings or intravenous fluids.