Ascites

Ascites ( 30 Questions)

Question 1 :
A nurse is providing education to a client newly diagnosed with ascites. The client asks about the underlying cause of this condition. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?


Correct Answer: B

Choice A reason:

Ascites is not caused by an infection in the abdominal cavity. It is the result of fluid accumulation.

Choice B reason:

This statement is correct. Ascites is caused by the accumulation of excess fluid in the abdominal cavity, usually due to liver disease or other conditions that affect fluid balance in the body.

Choice C reason:

Blockage in the bile ducts may cause jaundice or other symptoms but is not the primary cause of ascites.

Choice D reason:

Ascites is not a genetic disorder and is not inherited from one's parents. It is a condition that develops due to various underlying medical conditions.


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