solved. The nurse assesses a client with cirrhosis and finds 4+ pitting edema of the feet and legs and massive ascites. Which mechanism contributes to the edema and ascites in clients with cirrhosis a. Decreased renin- angiostensin response related to an increase in renal flow b. Hypoalbunemia that results in a decreased colloidal oncoming pressure c. Hyperaldosteronism causing an increased sodium reabsorbsorptio. in renal tubules d. Decreased portacaval pressure with greater collateral circulation