Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing a client with esophageal varices. Which of these findings would be early indicators of bleeding?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Tachycardia, restlessness, and pallor indicate early blood loss from varices. Epigastric fullness is vague, yellow sclera reflects liver issues, and bradycardia/lethargy are late signs.