A patient with acute hepatic dysfunction is prescribed Lactulose 15 cc by mouth four times a day. The nurse realizes that this medication will impact which of the following?
1. hemoglobin production
2. ammonia level
3. degree of ascites
4. reduce portal hypertension
2
Rationale: Lactulose, a synthetic disaccharide, helps prevent the absorption of ammonia through the bowel by moving the stool through the intestines more rapidly to prevent bacteria from breaking down. Lactulose is not known to impact hemoglobin production. The use of Lactulose may or may not impact the degree of ascites the patient is experiencing. The use of Lactulose may or may not reduce portal hypertension.
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