The nurse is making a home visit to a client with chronic pancreatitis. Which data is consistent with this diagnosis?

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

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

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

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

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?

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 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?

The nurse is preparing discharge teaching for a client who has had a paracentesis. What information should be included in the education session?