Author Question: In the West Haven scale for grading hepatic encephalopathy, what would be the grade of a patient ... (Read 36 times)

2125004343 · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

In the West Haven scale for grading hepatic encephalopathy, what would be the grade of a patient demonstrating asterixis?
a. 2
b. 0
c. 1
d. 3

Question 2

Describe the treatment for hyperkalemia.

al · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

Treatment of the underlying cause is crucial in correcting hyperkalemia. In a short-term emergency situation, calcium gluconate can be given intravenously to decrease the abnormalities in cardiac cells that could lead to cardiac arrest. Additionally, both glucose and insulin can be used to shift potassium from the ECF to the ICF. Correction of any acid-base imbalance also results in potassium movement into the ICF. Cation exchange resins such as Kayexalate can be given to allow the exchange of sodium for potassium in the large intestine. For long-term treatment, dialysis and a potassium-restricted diet are primary interventions to control hyperkalemia. It is also crucial to prevent malnutrition through adequate nutrition support.