The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for advanc…
The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted for advanced cirrhosis. The client has massive ascites, peripheral dependent edema in the lower extremities, nausea and vomiting, and dyspnea related to pressure on the diaphragm. Which indicator is the most reliable for tracking fluid retention?
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A client hospitalized with gastritis reports 10 to 20 small diarrhea stools per day, with abdominal pain before defecation. The client appears depressed and underweight and is uninterested in self-care or suggested therapies. What is the priority nursing concept to consider when planning interventions for this client?
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