Which of the following patients should the nurse assess for decreased oncotic pressure in the capillaries? A patient with:
A) a high-protein diet.
B) liver failure.
C) low blood pressure.
D) low blood glucose.

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Liver failure can lead to decreased production of albumin, a protein that contributes to oncotic pressure in the capillaries, resulting in decreased oncotic pressure.

Which of the Following Patients Should the Nurse Assess for Decreased