This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine
[{'content': 'Pierre who is diagnosed with acute pancreatitis is under the care of Nurse Bryan. Which intervention should the nurse include in the care plan for the client? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Administration of vasopressin and insertion of a balloon tamponade, B. Preparation for a paracentesis and administration of diuretics, C. Maintenance of nothing-by-mouth status and insertion of nasogastric (NG) tube with low intermittent suction, D. Dietary plan of a low-fat diet and increased fluid intake to 2,000 ml/day', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: With acute pancreatitis, the client is kept on nothing-by-mouth\xa0status to inhibit pancreatic stimulation and secretion of pancreatic enzymes. \nNG intubation with low intermittent suction is used to relieve nausea and vomiting, decrease painful abdominal distention, and remove hydrochloric acid. \nVasopressin would be appropriate for a client diagnosed with bleeding\xa0esophageal varices. \nParacentesis and diuretics\xa0would be appropriate for a client diagnosed with portal hypertension and ascites. \nA low-fat diet and increased fluid intake would further aggravate pancreatitis.', 'role': 'assistant'}]