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The nurse is caring for a newly admitted 59-year-old male client in the medical surgical unit.
History and Physical:
The client arrived to the emergency department complaining of a "swelling abdomen," some
shortness of breath, and unexplained bruising. Client states that he was diagnosed with Hepatitis
C, but stopped taking the medications because of the side effects. He drinks 5-8 beers per week
and smokes tobacco, about 2 packs a week. He denies usage of drugs. New diagnosis of cirrhosis
has been confirmed and client has been transferred to medical surgical unit.
Nurses' Notes:
1245: Client is awake but appears lethargic. He is oriented to person, place, and time. Skin is
warm and dry upon touch, yellow in color with bruising noted on upper back and left arm. The
client states that his skin is "itchy" at times. He also reports of a "swelling abdomen" and
shortness of breath. Diminished breath sounds at lung bases bilaterally. Abdomen is distended
and slightly tender upon palpation. Last bowel movement 4 hours ago with clay-colored stools.
Peripheral pulses are 2+ with capillar refill time of less than 2 seconds. Call light within reach.
Will continue to monitor.
Vital signs:
1245:
P 90
RR 20
BP 119/70
T: 37.5 C (99.5 F)
O2 saturation 98% on room air
Laboratory Results:
Which of the following is most likely causing ascites for the client?
Select one:
1. Fetor Hepaticus
2. Portal Hypertension
3. Impaired coagulation
4. Enlarged liver size

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