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joe

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The nurse clarifies that unconjugated bilirubin, which is made up of broken-down red cells, is:
 
  a. stored in the gallbladder to make bile.
  b. water insoluble bilirubin that must be converted by the liver.
  c. a by-product which is excreted directly into the bowel for excretion.
  d. necessary for digestion of fats.

Question 2

Due to frequent bouts of constipation, the nurse examines the bedfast nursing home resident for ulceration of the anus, called __________________.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Unconjugated bilirubin is a water-insoluble product that must be converted in the liver to conjugated bilirubin (water soluble) so that it may be excreted through the bowel.

Answer to Question 2

anal fissure

Ulceration and laceration of the anal skin can occur because of overstretching with the passing of constipated stool.


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