Pt is admitted with acute pancreatitis. What is expected SATA
Diarrhea
Black tarry stools
Hyperactive bowel sounds
Gray blue color at the flank
Abd guarding and tenderness
LUQ pain with radiation to back
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4, 5, 6
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RN is reviewing the prescription for a client admitted with acute pancreatitis. Which interventions would RN expect to be ordered? SATA
NPO
Encourage coughing and deep breathing
Small frequent feedings
Supine and flat
hydromorphone IV
IV fluids at 10 mL hour
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1, 2, 5
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How do you assess for presence of asterexis
Dorsiflex the foot
Measure abdominal girth
Ask the client to extend the arms
Instruct client to lean forward
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3
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The nurse is reviewing the lab results for a client with cirrhosis and notes that the ammonia level is 85 mcg/dL. Which dietary selection is appropriate?