The client with cirrhosis is at risk for developing complications. Which condition is the most serious and potentially life-threatening?

The nurse receives report for a client with acute pancreatitis on hospital day 2: NPO with NGT to low intermittent suction, VS: 110/60, 99.2°F-97- 22, 0.9% NS infusing at 125 mL/hour, and IV antibiotics have been started. Chart review reveals the following current laboratory results. Which is a priority for the nurse to report to the healthcare provider?

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 admitting a client diagnosed with ascites. Which assessment finding would the nurse anticipate?

Which question would the nurse ask to identify a risk factor for liver disease?

When planning care for a client with acute pancreatitis, which order would the nurse anticipate that will contribute to pain control?

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

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?

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

The nurse is admitting a client with the diagnosis of hepatic encephalopathy. Which assessment finding should the nurse anticipate?

The client with cirrhosis is at risk for developing complications. Which condition is the most serious and potentially life-threatening?