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folubunmi

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Drugs used to control blood ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy are:
 
  a. diuretics and chelating agents.
  b. corticosteroids and cimetidine.
  c. tetracycline and antacids.
  d. lactulose and neomycin.

Question 2

The primary objective of treatment of hepatic encephalopathy is to:
 
  a. encourage the client to eat.
  b. rest the liver.
  c. remove sources of excess ammonia.
  d. encourage the client to maintain mental functions.


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CourtneyCNorton

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


folubunmi

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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