To Detect Possible Complications in a Patient with Severe Cirrhosis

question 46

Multiple Choice

To detect possible complications in a patient with severe cirrhosis who has bleeding esophageal varices,it is most important for the nurse to monitor

• A)bilirubin levels.
• B)ammonia levels.
• C)potassium levels.
• D)prothrombin time.

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