Interventions in managing a client with ascites may include all of the following except:
a. elevate the head of the bed >30-45.
b. follow a 3000-milligram sodium diet.
c. administer diuretics and analgesics as prescribed.
d. anticipate paracentesis procedure to remove trapped fluid.
Question 2
If a client with cirrhosis has fat malabsorption, the following intervention and evaluation is most appropriate:
a. restrict fat in diet until steatorrhea is controlled.
b. avoid refined carbohydrates until albumin level is normal.
c. restrict sodium to 2000 milligrams daily until daily weight is stable.
d. provide enzymes to facilitate fat digestion and abdominal distention will decrease as evidenced by consistency in reduced measurement of daily abdominal girth.
Percussion for Ascites: Puddle Sign
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Apply the substance to the client’s upper chest.
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