(mnemonic: HEPATICS)
H hemorrhage (GI-bleeding) Hb, (DRE)
E electrolyte
(HYPO-kalemia) K
P High protein
diet
A Azotemia BUN/Cr
T Deterioration
of liver function LFTs
I Infection WBC,
CXR, UA, (PE)
C Constipation KUB
S Alcohol
withdrawal syndrome Hx