A Patient with Cirrhosis Has a Massive Hemorrhage from Esophageal

question 19

Multiple Choice

A patient with cirrhosis has a massive hemorrhage from esophageal varices.In planning care for the patient,to what goal does the nurse give the highest priority?

• A) Control of the bleeding
• B) Maintenance of the airway
• C) Maintenance of fluid volume
• D) Relief of the patient's anxiety

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