ABDOMINAL
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
Question
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The nurse plans care for a patient who has hepatopulmonary syndrome. Which interventions would the nurse include in this client’splan of care? (Select all that apply.)
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Oxygen therapy
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Feet elevated on pillows
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Daily weights
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Respiratory therapy
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Physical therapy
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Nursing management for the patient with cirrhosis of the liver should focus on promoting rest, improving nutritional status, providing skin care, reducing risk of injury, and monitoring and managing complications.
Detailed explanation-2: -Therapeutic paracentesis is employed to relieve respiratory difficulty due to increased intra-abdominal pressure caused by ascites.
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