For the client with cirrhosis, the nurse should evaluate which diagnostic studies to prevent complications associated with bleeding? (Select all that apply.)
1. Complete blood count
2. Coagulation studies
3. Albumin
4. Ammonia levels
5. Liver functions studies
1. Complete blood count
2. Coagulation studies
Rationale:
The complete blood count (CBC) is performed to evaluate red blood cells, hemoglobin, and hematocrit, as well as the platelet count. When the lab values of the CBC are low, this is associated with bleeding. Albumin levels are obtained to reflect liver impairment. Ammonia levels are obtained to determine liver function; elevated ammonia levels are due to the liver's inability to convert ammonia to urea for renal excretion. When liver functions are elevated, they reflect liver impairment.
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