Questions: A nurse is preparing to inspect the abdomen of a client who has liver disease. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? Dilated veins Stretch marks Purple striae Rash

A nurse is preparing to inspect the abdomen of a client who has liver disease. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Dilated veins
Stretch marks
Purple striae
Rash

Transcript text: A nurse is preparing to inspect the abdomen of a client who has liver disease. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? Dilated veins Stretch marks Purple striae Rash

Solution

The answer is the first one: Dilated veins.

Explanation for each option:

Dilated veins: This is the correct answer. In liver disease, particularly in conditions like cirrhosis, portal hypertension can occur, leading to the development of dilated veins on the abdomen, known as caput medusae.
Stretch marks: While stretch marks can appear on the abdomen for various reasons, they are not specifically associated with liver disease.
Purple striae: Purple striae are more commonly associated with conditions like Cushing's syndrome, not liver disease.
Rash: A rash is not a typical manifestation of liver disease. While liver disease can cause skin changes, a rash is not a primary symptom.

In summary, when inspecting the abdomen of a client with liver disease, the nurse should expect to see dilated veins due to portal hypertension.

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