A hospital patient with a diagnosis of liver failure has been prescribed a low dose of spironolactone in order to treat ascites
The nurse who is providing this patient's care should prioritize assessments for the signs and symptoms of what health problem? A) Peritonitis
B) Liver cancer
C) Cirrhosis
D) Hepatic encephalopathy
D
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Spironolactone is used in the treatment of ascites. However, it should be used cautiously and carefully monitored in patients with significant hepatic impairment because a rapid change in fluid and electrolyte balance may lead to hepatic coma. It is important to monitor susceptible patients carefully for signs and symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy. There is no risk for liver cancer, cirrhosis, or peritonitis that results directly from the use of spironolactone.
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Controllable risk factors impacting health promotion include:
a. age. b. culture. c. genetics. d. lifestyle.
List several influencers of norms or standards regarding health
What will be an ideal response?
The cardiac electrical impulse normally begins spontaneously in the sinoatrial (SA) node because of what reason?
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