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big1devin

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Patients with ascites should restrict their intake of
 
  a. protein.
  b. sodium.
  c. dietary fiber.
  d. saturated fat.

Question 2

H. pylori is the main causative factor of peptic ulcers. What can be done to combat H. pylori in susceptible clients?
 
  A) Antiemetics B) Antihistamines C) Antacids D) Antibiotics



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Answer to Question 1

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Patients with ascites should restrict their intake of sodium to limit fluid retention. Protein intake should not be restricted unless the patient has encephalopathy. Dietary fiber intake should only be limited if the patient has esophageal varices. Intake of saturated fat does not need to be li-mited.

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Typically a combination of antibiotics and acid-suppressing drugs will generally destroy H. pylori and cure the ulcer.





 

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