The Patient Is a 56-Year-Old Man Who Has Terminal Cirrhosis

question 16

Multiple Choice

The patient is a 56-year-old man who has terminal cirrhosis and severe ascites.He is lethargic but is demonstrating signs of discomfort and respiratory distress.The physician has spoken with the patient's wife and has obtained consent to perform an abdominal paracentesis on the patient.After the physician leaves to prepare for the procedure,the wife asks the nurse whether the procedure is really necessary.The nurse should respond by saying this:

• A)is the first step in the patient's recovery.
• B)may help the patient feel better.
• C)is needed to detect increased intracranial pressure.
• D)is needed to analyze pleural fluid.

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