Author Question: A client with hepatitis is taking alpha interferon. Which of these manifestations would indicate to ... (Read 88 times)

Melani1276 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client with hepatitis is taking alpha interferon. Which of these manifestations would indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing an untoward effect?

1. Jaundice
2. Flu-like symptoms
3. Gallbladder pain
4. Clay-colored stools

Question 2

A client comes into the emergency department with a body temperature of 94F, irregular heart rate, and low blood pressure. The most beneficial nursing intervention for this client is to:

1. Administer warmed intravenous fluids.
2. Elevate the client's legs.
3. Elevate the head of the bed.
4. Provide a heating pad to the client's lower back.

Juro · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2. Flu-like syndrome

Rationale:
The client who is receiving alpha interferon will experience flu-like symptoms. Jaundice is a yellow-tinged skin as a result of hepatitis. Gall bladder pain is the result of stones in the gall bladder. Clay-colored stools are associated with liver or biliary disease.

Answer to Question 2

1. Administer warmed intravenous fluids.

Rationale:
The client is mildly hypothermic with symptoms of an irregular heart beat and low blood pressure. Warmed intravenous fluids would be beneficial for this client. Elevating the legs or the head of the bed will not help with the client's hypothermia. A heating pad to the lower back is not indicated in the treatment of hypothermia.