Asked by Konnie Sanchez on Jul 08, 2024
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The nurse is assessing a patient who has been admitted for cirrhosis of the liver, secondary to chronic alcohol use. Which assessment finding should the nurse expect?
A) Hypertension
B) Ventricular fibrillation
C) Bradycardia
D) Mitral valve prolapse
Cirrhosis
A late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism.
Chronic Alcohol Use
A pattern of alcohol consumption that is consistent and prolonged, leading to health problems and addiction.
Bradycardia
A condition characterized by an abnormally slow heart rate, typically defined as fewer than 60 beats per minute in adults.
- Gain insight into how alcohol affects bodily functions and the related health hazards.
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Michael KhongJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Alcohol has many effects on the cardiovascular (CV) system. Studies show that consuming more than 1 or 2 drinks of alcohol a day is associated with hypertension. Ventricular fibrillation, bradycardia, and mitral valve prolapse are not associated with chronic heavy use of alcohol. Although alcohol has many effects on the cardiovascular (CV) system, it is not associated with ventricular fibrillation, bradycardia, or mitral valve prolapse.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into how alcohol affects bodily functions and the related health hazards.