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

The nurse is admitting a client with liver disease who presents with dyspnea, weight gain and abdominal distention. Which order would the nurse anticipate?

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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