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littleanan

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Which statement is true?
 a. Patients with hepatic encephalopathy should avoid excessive protein consumption.
  b. Insulin resistance is uncommon in cirrhosis patients.
  c. MCT oil can be helpful for cirrhosis patients with steatorrhea because it provides essential fatty acids.
  d. Liquid dietary supplements should not be administered orally to cirrhosis patients.

Question 2

Branched-chain amino acids may be supplemented in the diets of clients with hepatic encephalopathy because they
 a. increase the synthesis of albumin.
  b. reduce bilirubin levels.
  c. may contribute to mental status improvement.
  d. prevent a false positive on a hemacult test for blood in the stool.



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c





 

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