The nurse is caring for a patient after surgery to drain a pancreatic abscess. Which action will the nurse take to monitor for complications?
a. Document output.
b. Monitor blood glucose.
c. Review serum potassium levels.
d. Monitor for hyperproteinemia.
ANS: B
Hyperglycemia will occur if the insulin-producing islets of Langerhans are affected by the surgery. Intake and output may be recorded, but they do not directly relate to complications from surgery. Hyperkalemia and hyperproteinemia are not directly related to pancreatic surgery, although electrolyte imbalances may occur with many surgeries. Low protein level is more likely than high.
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