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    HESI Exit II Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    A client with cirrhosis of the liver is admitted with complications related to end stage liver disease. Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement?(Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Providing diet low in phosphorus is not a relevant intervention for a client with cirrhosis of the liver. Phosphorus is a mineral that helps maintain bone health and acid-base balance. Cirrhosis of the liver does not affect phosphorus levels, but it can cause low calcium levels due to impaired vitamin D metabolism. The nurse should provide a diet high in calcium and vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis and fractures.Choice C reason: Increasing oral fluid intake to 1,500 mL daily is not a suitable intervention for a client with cirrhosis of the liver. Fluid intake should be individualized based on the client's fluid status, electrolyte levels, and urine output. Increasing fluid intake may worsen fluid retention and electrolyte imbalance in clients with cirrhosis of the liver. The nurse should restrict fluid intake to 1,000 to 1,500 mL daily or as prescribed by the healthcare provider.

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