A nurse is admitting a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of the following provider prescriptions should the nurse anticipate?

Choice A reason: A low-residue diet is not appropriate during the acute phase of pancreatitis. Clients are typically kept NPO initially to reduce pancreatic stimulation and allow the pancreas to rest. A low-residue diet may be considered later during recovery but is not a first-line intervention. Choice B reason: Ambulation is generally encouraged in hospitalized patients to prevent complications such as deep vein thrombosis and promote overall recovery. However, in the acute phase of pancreatitis, ambulation is not a priority until pain and inflammation are controlled. Choice C reason: Pancrelipase is an enzyme replacement therapy used in chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic insufficiency, not in the acute phase. Administering it during acute inflammation may not be beneficial and could exacerbate symptoms. Choice D reason: Pantoprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, is used to reduce gastric acid secretion and prevent stress ulcers in patients with acute pancreatitis. It also helps decrease pancreatic stimulation by reducing gastric acidity. IV administration is appropriate in acute settings where oral intake is restricted.