A patient is admitted with acute hepatic dysfunction caused by chronic liver disease. Which of the following should the nurse assess for in this patient?
1. NSAIDs use
2. alcohol use
3. protein intake
4. treatment for hypertension
2
Rationale: Since the causes for chronic liver disease or cirrhosis are alcohol abuse and hepatitis C, the nurse should assess the patient's use of alcohol. NSAIDs are not associated with chronic hepatic dysfunction. Protein intake might help evaluate the patient's nutritional status. Hypertension and the treatment for hypertension are not associated with chronic liver disease.
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