To detect possible complications in a patient with severe cirrhosis who has bleeding esophageal varices,it is most important for the nurse to monitor

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The protein in the blood in the gastrointestinal tract will be absorbed and may result in an increase in the ammonia level because the liver cannot metabolize protein very well. The prothrombin time,bilirubin,and potassium levels should also be monitored,but they will not be affected by the bleeding episode.

To Detect Possible Complications in a Patient with Severe Cirrhosis