The nurse plans care for a client diagnosed with acute necrotizing pancreatitis.  Which is the priority action for the nurse to take?

The nurse plans care for a client diagnosed with acute necrotizing pancreatitis.  Which is the priority action for the nurse to take?

The nurse (RN) explains to the graduate nurse (GN) the transjuglar intrahepatic porto-systemic shunt (TIPS) procedure.  Which statement by the GN indicates an understanding of the procedure?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis.  Blood pressure is 75/50 mm Hg and heart rate is 122 bpm.  The nurse assesses the client and does not find any obvious signs of hemorrhage.  Which is the most likely cause of these findings?

Which organ is transplanted most often?

The nurse instructs a client prescribed immunosuppressant therapy.  Which statement by the client most concerns the nurse?

The nurse cares for a client who has advanced cirrhosis.  The nurse administers lactulose (Cephulac).  Which finding by the nurse indicates that the medication is effective?

The nurse cares for a client who reports malaise, fever and rash over the last week.  Which report from the client would best indicate infection with hepatitis A?

Which organ is transplanted most often?

The nurse instructs a client prescribed immunosuppressant therapy.  Which statement by the client most concerns the nurse?