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A 52-year-old client with a 20-year history of alcohol abuse is hospitalized with mild ascites, jaundice, and bruising. Imaging demonstrates the presence of esophageal varices, and the client's elevated serum ammonia level indicates hepatic encephalopathy. The nurse is concerned the client's esophageal varices may rupture. Which action should the nurse include in the client's education?

Do not lift heavy objects. Avoid walking briskly. Avoid taking barbiturates. Avoid ingesting antacids.

Correct Answer:

Do not lift heavy objects.

Explanation:

Lifting heavy objects, straining during defecation, stretching, and the Valsalva maneuver increase variceal pressure and risk of rupture.

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