A 44 M with history of decompensated cirrhosis presents from home to the Kashlak Memorial Hospital emergency department after a fall from standing. The patient has cirrhosis secondary to chronic alcohol use disorder and continues to drink. On evaluation, the patient is afebrile, mildly tachycardic, and has a blood pressure in the low-normal range. He has a hemostatic cut on his right shin and a head wound, although the patient cannot recall this injury. Remainder of the exam is most notable for the sequelae of cirrhosis, including tense abdominal ascites. Patient is able to state he does not see any doctors and has never been this “bloated.” Labs are notable for mild hyponatremia Na 128, mild thrombocytopenia and INR of 1.8. Given his apparent head injury, the decision is made to admit the patient for observation. Which of the following is the next best step for management of this patient?
