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The patient reported an increasing abdominal girth. On examination, the patient had a dull, taut abdomen and peripheral edema. Lab results showed hyponatremia and hypoalbuminemia. The patient was diagnosed with ascites due to cirrhosis of the liver. Nursing interventions included monitoring intake and output, weight, blood pressure, abdominal girth and administering diuretics. The goal was to decrease abdominal girth by 1-2 cm per day and reduce edema through fluid and sodium restriction.
- Author
- haniehaehae
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- EN