A nurse is caring for a client with pancreatic cancer. The nurse closely monitors the client for jaundice, knowing that which of the following assessments closely correlates with jaundice?
1. Pruritus
2. Nausea
3. Pain
4. Vision disturbances
Pruritus
Rationale: Pruritus usually accompanies jaundice. Therefore, the client may also require care for itching so the client does not damage the skin. Nausea may accompany pancreatic cancer, but is not necessarily associated with jaundice. Pain and vision disturbances do not accompany jaundice.
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A. Dermis B. Stratum basale C. Epidermis D. Subcutaneous tissue
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