Patient information continued…. A CT scan of the abdomen a…
Patient information continued…. A CT scan of the abdomen and hepatic function tests were drawn to determine the cause of Mrs. Johnson’s symptoms. The CT scan shows a nodular liver consistent with cirrhosis. Her serum bilirubin, AST, and ALT were all elevated. She is admitted to the step-down unit for further evaluation. Several hours after admission. Mrs. Johnson reports having a black, tarry, and foul-smelling stool. What is the term for black, tarry stool?