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Nursing Care for Patients with Hepatic Cirrhosis Quiz

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hepatic cirrhosis?

Jaundice

Explanation

Yellowing of the skin and eyes due to bilirubin buildup.

What is the primary cause of hepatic cirrhosis?

Alcohol abuse

Explanation

Chronic alcohol consumption leading to liver damage and scarring.

Which symptom is characteristic of hepatic encephalopathy in patients with cirrhosis?

Confusion

Explanation

Resulting from the accumulation of neurotoxic substances.

What is a potential complication of hepatic cirrhosis related to portal hypertension?

Esophageal varices

Explanation

Dilated veins in the esophagus prone to bleeding.

Which assessment finding indicates hepatic encephalopathy in a patient with cirrhosis?

Slurred speech and asterixis

Explanation

Signs of neurological impairment.

Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing ascites?

Administer diuretics as ordered

Explanation

To reduce fluid buildup in the abdomen.

What dietary modification is typically recommended for patients with hepatic cirrhosis?

Low-fat diet

Explanation

To ease the workload on the liver.

Which medication is commonly administered to reduce ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy?

Lactulose

Explanation

To promote the excretion of ammonia in the stool.

What is the rationale for administering lactulose in patients with hepatic encephalopathy?

To decrease ammonia absorption

Explanation

By acidifying the colon and promoting ammonia excretion.

#10

What is the primary nursing goal for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing ascites?

Promote fluid restriction

Explanation

To minimize fluid buildup and reduce symptoms.

#11

Which laboratory test result would a nurse expect to see in a patient with hepatic cirrhosis?

Decreased platelet count

Explanation

Due to splenic sequestration and decreased production.

#12

Which nursing action is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing bleeding esophageal varices?

Elevate the head of the bed

Explanation

To reduce venous pressure and risk of bleeding.

#13

Which nursing intervention is essential for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis to prevent bleeding complications?

Avoid intramuscular injections

Explanation

To prevent bleeding due to impaired clotting.

#14

Which nursing intervention is essential to prevent fluid volume overload in a patient with hepatic cirrhosis?

Monitoring daily weights and abdominal girth

Explanation

To detect and manage fluid retention.

#15

Which nursing action is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis at risk for hepatic encephalopathy?

Monitor serum ammonia levels

Explanation

To assess for impending encephalopathy.

Nursing Care for Patients with Hepatic Cirrhosis Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of hepatic cirrhosis?

What is the primary cause of hepatic cirrhosis?

Which symptom is characteristic of hepatic encephalopathy in patients with cirrhosis?

What is a potential complication of hepatic cirrhosis related to portal hypertension?

Which assessment finding indicates hepatic encephalopathy in a patient with cirrhosis?

Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing ascites?

What dietary modification is typically recommended for patients with hepatic cirrhosis?

Which medication is commonly administered to reduce ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy?

What is the rationale for administering lactulose in patients with hepatic encephalopathy?

What is the primary nursing goal for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing ascites?

Which laboratory test result would a nurse expect to see in a patient with hepatic cirrhosis?

Which nursing action is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis experiencing bleeding esophageal varices?

Which nursing intervention is essential for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis to prevent bleeding complications?

Which nursing intervention is essential to prevent fluid volume overload in a patient with hepatic cirrhosis?

Which nursing action is appropriate for a patient with hepatic cirrhosis at risk for hepatic encephalopathy?

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