1…. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who has acute

pancreatitis.The nurse should expect to find an elevation of which of

following values?

Amylase

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Amylase is an enzyme that changes complex sugars into simple sugars

that can be used by the body. It is produced by the pancreas and salivary

glands and releasedinto the mouth, stomach, and intestines to aid in

digestion. The amylase level of aclient who has acute pancreatitis usually

increases within 12 to 24 hr and can remain elevated for 2 to 3 days.

2…. A nurse in a clinic is interviewing a client who has a possible

diagnosis of endometriosis. Which of the following findings in the client's

history should thenurse recognize as consistent with a diagnosis of

endometriosis?

Dysmenorrhea that is unresponsive to NSAIDs.

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Endometriosis is a condition in which the type of tissue that lines the

uterus implants in locations outside the uterus. This typically causes