What medication is most commonly used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy?

a. manganese
b. tyramine
c. lactulose
d. octopamine
e. phenylethanolamine


c

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Catecholamines are drugs that can cause what type of acid–base imbalance?

A. physical acidosis B. metabolic acidosis C. metabolic alkalosis D. respiratory acidosis E. respiratory alkalosis

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Do you have any evidence that Mrs. Maney may be malnourished? Identify factors that may support a diagnosis of malnutrition using the latest AND/ASPEN proposed guidelines for malnutrition diagnosis

What will be an ideal response?

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Which foods in Rhonda's diet were the most energy-dense?

a. fruits and vegetables b. pasta c. fried foods, ice cream, and cookies d. diet sodas e. salad

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Which of the following is not a motivational factor for dieticians to take on managerial duties? a. The opportunity to avoid working directly with patients

b. Increased professional stimulation. c. A desire to take control of the situation. d. Additional financial compensation.

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