The client with cirrhosis is at risk for developing complications. Which condition is the most serious and potentially life-threatening?

Esophageal varices

Altered mental status

Low serum albumin

Decreased reflexes

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A)   These are dilated veins in the esophagus that can rupture and lead to life- threatening bleeding.
B)   While concerning and indicative of hepatic encephalopathy, it is not immediately life-threatening like a variceal bleed.
C)   Indicates poor nutritional status and liver function but is not as acutely dangerous as bleeding varices.
D)   This is a concern but does not represent an immediate life-threatening condition like esophageal varices.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A) Pancrelipase is an enzyme replacement therapy used to aid in the digestion of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, and its use may lead to steatorrhea (fatty stools) as a common side effect.
B) Pancrelipase is typically administered with meals or snacks to aid in digestion; there is no need to administer it prior to antacids.
C) Pancrelipase is taken with meals or snacks to assist in digestion, so this statement is incorrect.
D) There is no need to rinse the mouth after taking pancrelipase; it is a medication designed for oral ingestion.

A. Impaired pancreatic enzyme production B. Presence of viral infection C. Hyperlipidemia D. Increased vascular permeability

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A) Chronic pancreatitis can lead to a decrease in enzyme production necessary for digestion, leading to malabsorption.
B) This does not typically cause malabsorption associated with chronic pancreatitis.

C) While it can occur with chronic pancreatitis, it does not directly cause malabsorption.
D) This is not related to the digestive malabsorption seen in chronic pancreatitis.

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The nurse is preparing a client presentation regarding pancrelipase (Viokase) therapy. Which information would the nurse include in the teaching session?

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

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