An adult client is admitted to the emergency department with symptoms of acute pancreatitis. Which data support this diagnosis?

The client with acute pancreatitis asks why she is taking omeprazole. What is the nurse's best response?

An adult client is admitted to the emergency department with symptoms of acute pancreatitis. Which data support this diagnosis?

When planning care for a client receiving an enteral feeding via jejunostomy tube, which intervention would the nurse include?

A female client is visiting the Medical Clinic with suspected hepatitis C. Which assessment question should the nurse ask this client?

When reviewing a client's health history, which information does the nurse identify as a risk factor for development of chronic pancreatitis?

A client with a history of chronic pancreatitis reports weight loss of 10 pounds over the last month and foul smelling stools. What would be a priority action for the nurse to take?

A client with cirrhosis is scheduled to receive a third dose of lactulose (Cephulac) at 1800. Which current finding would cause the nurse to question administering this medication?

A client with cirrhosis has the following laboratory results: albumin 4.9 g/dl. (3.5-5 g/dL), PT 13 seconds (11-12.5 sec), and serum ammonia 68 mcg/dL (15-45 mcg/dL). Based on this information, what is the nurse's next action?

The nurse notes these laboratory results for a client with cirrhosis: PT 20 seconds (11-12.5 sec) and serum ammonia 35 mcg/dL (15-45 mcg/dL). What action by the nurse would be a priority?

The nurse is preparing a community presentation about hepatitis B virus (HBV). Which information should be included in the teaching session?