A common complication of cirrhosis of the liver is prolonged bleeding.
The nurse should be prepared to administer?
A . Vitamin C
B . Vitamin K
C . Vitamin E
D . Vitamin A
Answer: B
Explanation:
(A) Vitamin C does not directly affect clotting.
(B) Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that depends on liver function for absorption. Vitamin K is essential for clotting.
(C) Vitamin E does not directly affect clotting.
(D) Vitamin A does not directly affect clotting.