A Person with Hepatic Cirrhosis Begins to Bleed

question 11

Multiple Choice

A person with hepatic cirrhosis begins to bleed. Which of the following is the first priority of treatment?

• A)Assessment of vital signs
• B)Administration of diuretics
• C)Restoration of haemodynamic stability
• D)Obtaining labs to determine level of blood loss

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