The Nurse Is Concerned That a Client with Potential Hepatic

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is concerned that a client with potential hepatic failure is at risk for developing ascites. Which assessment finding supports the development of liver failure as manifested by ascites?

• A)Increased abdominal girth
• B)Gallbladder pain
• C)Yellow-tinged skin
• D)Bleeding and bruising easily

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Definitions:

Ozone Depletion

The reduction of the ozone layer in the Earth's atmosphere due to the release of chemical compounds containing gaseous bromine or chlorine from industry and other human activities.

Habitat Corridors

Strips of land connecting isolated habitat patches that allow wildlife to pass through freely.

Stratospheric Ozone

Ozone located in the Earth's stratosphere, forming a layer that absorbs most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.

UV Radiation

Ultraviolet radiation, a type of electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun and artificial sources, capable of causing skin damage and other health issues.