The nurse is caring for a patient with acute pancreatitis who is vomiting.What should the nurse frequently assess in this patient?

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Complications of pancreatitis include cardiovascular,pulmonary,and renal failure.Monitoring vital signs and urinary output helps identify for the onset of these life-threatening complications.D.Lower extremity movement is not affected.A.Pain is expected and should be monitored,but it is not life threatening.C.Bowel sounds and body weight are also important,but changes are not as immediately life threatening as cardiovascular,pulmonary,and renal failure.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Acute Pancreatitis