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Complications of Cirrhosis
One of the complications of cirrhosis is Hepatic Encephalopathy. This is a neurological problem resulting from too much ammonia in the blood. Medications for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy include Lactulose and Neomycin.
Question:
A client is undergoing treatment for Hepatic Encephalopathy. What are two main goals (objectives) of therapeutic management for this client?
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Keeping the ammonia level as low by administering medications as ordered and modifying the diet.
Identifying the factors that triggers and make the disease worse.
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Eat a low protein diet, no alcohol or foods that contain alcohol.
Take medications prescribe by doctor
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No alcohol or food that contain alcohol
No tabacco products of any kind
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what are the ways to master the reading of the EKG srips?
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