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Question 1

What complications might a patient develop in response to portal hypertension? Select all that apply.
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◦ Ascites and variceal hemorrhage
◦ Atherosclerotic plaques
◦ Portal system pressure 5 to 10 mm Hg
◦ Hepatomegaly
◦ Splenomegaly

Question 2

The nurse prepares to administer the third dose of aldactone (Spironolactone) to a patient with cirrhosis and ascites. What should cause the nurse to question the administration of this medication?
◦ Serum creatinine of 1.6 mg/dL
◦ Serum potassium of 5.7 mEq/L
◦ Serum sodium of 130 mEq/L
◦ Weight gain of 0.2 kg
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