The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute hepatic failure.  The nurse observes the client has suddenly developed slow slurred speech and cool, clammy skin.  Which is the most likely cause?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis.  Which diagnostic test would the nurse identify as causing acute pancreatitis?

The nurse cares for a client in the Emergency Department.  The client reports, “I suddenly got bad abdominal pain and it is getting worse and worse.”  Acute pancreatitis is suspected.  Which will the nurse expect to observe?

The nurse cares for a client with a history of chronic liver disease that has developed ascites.  Which laboratory result will the nurse expect to find?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute necrotizing pancreatitis.  The nurse notes Cullen’s sign.  Indicate the area where the nurse would assess.

The nurse cares for a client with a history of chronic liver disease that has developed ascites.  Which laboratory result will the nurse expect to find?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute necrotizing pancreatitis.  The nurse notes Cullen’s sign.  Indicate the area where the nurse would assess.

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis.  The client reports significant shortness of breath.  The nurse auscultates bilateral lung fields and notes crackles throughout.  The oxygen saturation is 88%.  Which is the most likely cause of these findings?

The nurse cares for a client with jaundice suspected of having liver cirrhosis scheduled for a liver biopsy.  Which diagnostic test is most important for the nurse to review prior to the client having the procedure?

The nurse reviews the laboratory reports of a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis.  The client’s serum glucose is 250 mg/dL.  Which is the most likely cause of this finding?