The instruction that should be given to the patient with portal hypertension to reduce the threat of hemorrhage is to:
1. eat bland foods.
2. avoid straining to have a bowel movement.
3. increase fluid intake.
4. use an electric razor to shave.
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Straining can increase pressure and may cause the dilated vessels in the GI tract to bleed. Shaving with an electric razor does not prevent serious bleeding.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 809
OBJ: 4 TOP: Portal Hypertension
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
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