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nelaaney

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The pathological cause of a blood urea nitrogen laboratory test being decreased in hepatic function is because:
 a. the client is anorexic.
  b. the liver is unable to break down protein to urea.
  c. renal compensation eliminates excess urea in urine.
  d. of the client ingesting a high-protein diet as part of therapy.

Question 2

The nurse recognizes the following finding that suggests cirrhosis of the liver:
 a. hepatomegaly.
  b. a history of hepatitis A.
  c. smooth border of the liver.
  d. easy bruising and bleeding.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d



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