A Patient with Cirrhosis Has an Episode of Bleeding Esophageal

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient with cirrhosis has an episode of bleeding esophageal varices that is controlled with administration of vasopressin and endoscopic sclerotherapy.To detect possible complications of the bleeding episode,what is it most important for the nurse to monitor?

• A) Prothrombin time
• B) Serum bilirubin levels
• C) Serum ammonia levels
• D) Serum potassium levels

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Definitions:

Intervening Causes

Events that occur after a defendant's negligent act and contribute to a plaintiff's injury, potentially affecting liability and damages.

Superseding Causes

Events or actions that intervene in a chain of causation and prevent an actor from being liable for harm to another.

Harm

Refers to damage or injury that affects someone or something's well-being or functionality.

Abnormally Dangerous Activity

An abnormally dangerous activity is any activity that inherently involves a high risk of harm or injury to people or property, even when all possible safety measures are taken.