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A nurse is caring for a patient with cirrhosis. Which laboratory value should be monitored closely?
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Correct answer Prothrombin time (PT).
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Serum creatinine.
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Serum calcium.
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Blood glucose level.
Rationale
In cirrhosis, liver function is impaired, affecting the production of clotting factors. Monitoring PT, which measures clotting ability, is essential. The other lab values are not as directly impacted by cirrhosis.
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