A patient is diagnosed with subtotal pancreatic necrosis. Which intervention would the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
1. Maintain bedrest.
2. Restrict fluids.
3. Administer proton pump inhibitor.
4. Monitor arterial blood gases.
Answer: 3
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