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Davideckstein7

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Which assessment finding is of most concern for a 46-year-old woman with acute pancreatitis?

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A 67-year-old male patient with acute pancreatitis has a nasogastric (NG) tube to suction and is NPO. Which information obtained by the nurse indicates that these therapies have been effective?



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