Question

Because of multiple physical injuries and emotional concerns, a hospitalized client is at high risk to develop a stress ulcer (Curling's). The nurse recalls that stress ulcers usually are evidenced by:

A. Unexplained shock
B. Melena for several days
C. A sudden massive hemorrhage
D. A gradual drop in the hematocrit value

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

A gradual drop in the hematocrit value which is an indication of slow blood losses.