A client with cirrhosis becomes confused and has asterixis. Which complication should the nurse suspect?

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A. Hepatic encephalopathy — Confusion and asterixis in cirrhosis are classic findings of hepatic encephalopathy, often related to elevated ammonia.

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B. Acute glaucoma

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C. Myocardial infarction

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D. Diabetes insipidus