The nurse is preparing to administer spironolactone (Aldactone) and furosemide (Lasix) at 0900 to a client diagnosed with ascites. Review of 0600 laboratory results shows serum sodium 130 mEq/L (136-145 mEq/L) and potassium 3.1 mEq/L (3.5-5.0 mEq/L). Which action should the nurse take first?

The nurse is providing care to a client admitted with chronic pancreatitis. Which items are appropriate to include in the discharge teaching for this client? Select all that apply.

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

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

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

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?

What does the nurse identify as a potential complication of chronic pancreatitis?

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