A patient with a liver abscess is experiencing nausea and vomiting. Which problem should the nurse identify as a priority for this patient?
1. too much fluid
2. not enough fluid
3. problem breathing
4. altered self-image
Correct Answer: 2
The patient with a liver abscess is at risk for developing dehydration due to fever, nausea, and vomiting as a result of the infection. It is important that the nurse assess for signs of dehydration. The patient is likely not experiencing a problem with too much fluid. The patient with a liver abscess is not usually in respiratory distress. There should be no problems with self-image, as the infection is in the liver.
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