Question 1

In providing an educational session regarding hepatitis, the nurse includes information about which types of viral hepatitis that can be prevented with a vaccination? Select all that apply.

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Question 2

The nurse recognizes which complication of liver trauma as the leading cause of death?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhage is the leading cause of death in patients with liver trauma due to the liver's high vascularity and potential for significant blood loss.

Question 3

Which assessment data indicate to the nurse that the patient may be experiencing an increased ammonia level, a complication of cirrhosis?

Accepted Answer

Personality changes can indicate hepatic encephalopathy, a complication of cirrhosis where the liver cannot remove toxins from the blood, causing them to accumulate and affect brain function. Increased ammonia levels are a key factor in this condition.

Question 4

Which assessment data indicate to the nurse that the patient may be experiencing decreased clotting factors as a complication of cirrhosis?

Accepted Answer

Epistaxis (nosebleeds) can indicate decreased clotting factors, which is a complication of cirrhosis due to the liver's impaired ability to produce clotting factors.

Question 5

In reviewing the treatment plan for the patient diagnosed with ascites, which prescription does the nurse question?

Accepted Answer

A 3 g/day sodium diet is too high for a patient with ascites, as sodium can worsen fluid retention. The standard recommendation is to restrict sodium intake to help manage fluid balance.

Question 6

The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestation assessed in the patient diagnosed with liver cancer?

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Question 7

Which statement by the family member of a patient diagnosed with liver cancer indicates the need for further teaching?

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Question 8

The nurse correlates the metabolic alkalosis in the patient diagnosed with hepatic encephalopathy to which potential causes? Select all that apply.

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Question 9

The nurse correlates which factors as associated with an increased risk of developing liver cancer? Select all that apply.

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Question 10

The nurse correlates which diagnostic results to the patient diagnosed with advanced cirrhosis? Select all that apply.

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Quiz 59: Coordinating Care for Patients With Hepatic Disorders