The nurse is preparing a client presentation regarding pancrelipase (Viokase) therapy. Which information would the nurse include in the teaching session?

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

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?

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

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

A nurse is planning care for a client who has hepatitis B. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

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

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

The nurse is caring for a client with chronic pancreatitis who exhibits signs of malabsorption. The nurse recognizes that this is due to which pathophysiology process?

The nurse is collecting a health history of a client admitted for possible acute pancreatitis.
Which health history item would increase the client's risk for this diagnosis?