The nurse is caring for a client with biliary cancer. the associated jaundice gets progressively worse. the nurse is most concerned about the potential complication of what symptom?

Respuesta :

liver failure or cirrhosis

Answer:

Bleeding

Explanation:

  • In the case of biliary cancer, the progressive worsening of the associated jaundice is due to the obstruction of the bile flow.
  • The obstruction of the bile flow further is responsible for the impairment of the absorption of vitamin K, which is a fat-soluble vitamin.
  • Impairment in the absorption of Vitamin k leads to a decrease in the production of prothrombin as it is required for its synthesis. 
  • Due to a decrease in prothrombin, there is a further increase in the coagulation time and thus the chances of bleeding increases.