Cirrhosis HESI Case Study questions with correct answers

Which information provided by the nurse is most accurate? CORRECT ANSWER B: there are several types of cirrhosis Which question is most important for the nurse to include when assessing the client for etiologic factors related to cirrhosis? CORRECT ANSWER C: "have you been exposed to toxic substances where you work?" Which nursing interventions are important prior to a paracentesis? (Select all that apply) CORRECT ANSWER A: ensure the client has signed a consent. B: instruct the client to empty his bladder C: position the client in an upright position E: apply a sphygmomanometer to monitor the blood pressure Maintaining bedrest for 24 to 48 hours is an important nursing intervention following which procedure? CORRECT ANSWER D: angiography with portal pressure measurements What education should be provided to Mr. Hershey after his paracentesis? CORRECT ANSWER B: Mr. Hershey's vital signs will be checked frequently for the next few hours. In the client with cirrhosis, what lab values does the nurse anticipate will be increased from the normal value? (Select all that apply). CORRECT ANSWER A: total serum bilirubin B: serum ammonia D: APTT, PT/INR Which clinical manifestation is likely to occur as the result of the prolonged APTT and PT/INR? CORRECT ANSWER D: petechiae Which assessment would the nurse expect to find in the client