HPA 2 Exam 2 ATI Questions
Cirrhosis patient- which actions should be included? Select all Administer furosemide. Administer warfarin. Implement a low-sodium diet. Measure the client's abdominal girth. Encourage weight lifting during physical therapy.
Administer furosemide- to reduce fluid accumulation in the abdomen. Implement a low-sodium diet. Measure the client's abdominal girth.
A nurse is caring for a client who has liver cirrhosis with ascites, bleeding esophageal varices, and portal HTN. Which lab finding indicates the GI tract is digesting and absorbing Blood? Elevated BUN Elevated HbA1c Decreased chloride Decreased bilirubin
Elevated BUN Explanation: As the body digests blood, BUN rises. An elevated BUN is an indication of GI bleeding.
Planning care for pt with hepatitis B. Which action should be included in plan of care? Administer antibiotics. Provide a diet high in fat. Restrict fluids. Encourage short periods of ambulation.
Encourage short periods of ambulation. Explanation: Alternate activity and rest
A nurse is planning care for a client with viral hepatitis. Which action should be included? Provide a high carbohydrate diet Administer acetaminophen for pain Encourage eating three large meals daily. Include high protein snacks.
Provide a high carbohydrate diet. Explanation: A client with hepatitis should have a diet high in carbohydrates due to altered nutrient metabolism.
A nurse is teaching self management to a client who has Hep B. Which instructions should be included? You may donate blood 6 months after completing the medication regimen. High-protein diet Rest frequently throughout the day Take acetaminophen PRN Q4h
Rest frequently throughout the day. Explanation: Limiting activity is usually recommended until the symptoms of hepatitis have subsided. The nurse should recommend the client rest frequently throughout the day to reduce the metabolic demands upon the liver and decrease energy demands.
