A patient with hepatic encephalopathy is being assessed according to the Adapted West Haven Criteria. The patient has marked somnolence, psychomotor agitation, and his speech is difficult to understand. At which stage of the disease is the patient?

A. 0
B. 1
C. 2
D. 3
E. 4


Answer: D

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