Hepatic encephalopathy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Question 1 The action of platelet-derived growth factor is to stimulate the production of which cells? Selected Answer: Platele ts  Question 2 1 out of 1 points A healthcare professional is educating a patient about asthma. The professional states that good control is necessary due to which pathophysiologic process? Selected Answer: Uncontrolled inflammation leads to increased bronchial hyperresponsiveness and eventual scarring.  Question 3 1 out of 1 points What is an expected change in t...

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ASPEN Self-Study CNSC Questions and Answers Already Passed Modular products are used to enhance the nutrient profile of a feeding regimen. Which of the following combinations represents modular products? 1. Safflower oil, protein, glucose and selenium 2. Glucose, glutamine, water and MCT oil 3. Protein, cholecalciferol, fiber and safflower oil 4. MCT oil, glucose, fiber and protein 4. MCT oil, glucose, fiber and protein Protein powders, carbohydrate powders, fat emulsion, MCT oil, fiber and sp...

ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL ONLINE PRACTICE 2019 A with NGN Questions A nurse is caring for a client who has hepatic encephalopathy that is being treated with lactulose. The client is experiencing excessive stools. Which of the following findings is an adverse effect of this medication? Hypokalemia Hypercalcemia Gastrointestinal bleeding Confusion Correct Answer: Hypokalemia Lactulose works by stimulating the production of excess stools to rid the body of excess ammonia. These excess...

A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client following an upper gastrointestinal series with barium contrast. Which of the following information should the nurse provide? Increase fluid intake Rationale: Increasing fluid intake will help to prevent constipation. Therefore, the nurse should instruct the client to increase fluid intake to facilitate the elimination of the barium used during the test. A nurse is caring for a client who has hepatic encephalopathy that is being tr...

NR293 / NR 293 Comprehensive Exam (New 2024/2025 Update) Pharmacology | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct | A Grade -Chamberlain QUESTION QUESTION A common side effect of codeine is: Answer: Nausea and Vomiting *Do not give on an empty stomach* QUESTION Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) dosages are started at the _____ dose initially Answer: Lowest QUESTION This lab test is used to aid in the diagnosis of heart failure Answer...

Which of the following nursing assessment findings are consistent with alcohol withdrawal? A. Patient is diaphoretic, constipated, cannot eat his lunch, p = 70, BP = 140/85, T = 101°F B. Patient is agitated and tremulous, p = 100, BP = 110/70, T = 101°F C. Patient is disoriented when awake, sleeping on and off throughout the shift, skin cool and dry, T = 98.4°F D. Patient is vomiting, tremulous, having difficulty sleeping, p = 100, BP = 160/95, T = 99°F - Answer-D. Patient is vomiting,...

ABFM CKSA 22-23A 56-year-old male with a history of hepatitis C cirrhosis is admitted to the hospital with GI bleeding. The patient has been stable, taking only furosemide and spironolactone. Upper GI endoscopy confirms variceal bleeding and the gastroenterologist performs appropriate variceal banding. A nurse calls you because laboratory studies ordered in the emergency department reveal a serum ammonia level of 120 µg/dL (N 39-90). The patient has no signs of confusion, insomnia, or decreased...

PA Family Medicine EOR Questions and Answers 100% correct Deteriorating mental status/unconscious patient ABC's IOM's Airway security Breathing Circulation IV access O2 saturation Monitor vitals Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome ↓ PaO2 and ↑ PaCO2 from fluid collapsing the alveoli MCC: 6-72 hrs s/p Sepsis Associated w/ Renal & Hepatic failure ↓ BP or shock w/ crackles, rales, wheezing Tx: Mechanical Vent w/ PEEP Anaphylaxis (Type 1 Hypersensitivity) Upper...

ATI RN Concept-Based Assessment Level 4 Practice A V1 (New 2023/ 2024) Questions and Verified Answers with Rationales| 100% Correct| Graded A QUESTION A nurse manager is teaching a unit nurse about case management. What information should the nurse manager include in the teaching about the role of the nurse as a case manager? Answer: Advocates for services the client needs QUESTION A nurse is caring for a female client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which...