Medsurg 1- Brunner And Suddarth Final Exam New Material Guide

A patient's physician has ordered a "liver panel" in response to the patient's development of jaundice. When reviewing the results of this laboratory testing, the nurse should expect to review what blood tests? Select all that apply. A. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) B. C-reactive protein (CRP) C. Gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) D. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) E. B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) {Ans: ACD}A nurse is caring for a patient who has been admitted for the treatment of advanced cirrhosis. What assessment should the nurse prioritize in this patient's plan of care? A. Measurement of abdominal girth and body weight B. Assessment for variceal bleeding C. Assessment for signs and symptoms of jaundice D. Monitoring of results of liver function testing {Ans: B}A patient seeking care because of recurrent heartburn and regurgitation is subsequently diagnosed with a hiatal hernia. Which of the following should the nurse include in health education? A. Drinking beverages after your meal, rather than with your meal, may bring some relief. B. Its best to avoid dry foods, such as rice and chicken, because they are harder to swallow. C. Many patients obtain relief by taking over-the-counter antacids 30 minutes before eating. D. Instead of eating three meals