"A client with acute hepatitis is prescribed lactulose. The nurse knows this medication will:
A. Prevent the absorption of ammonia from the bowel.
B. Prevent hypoglycemia.
C. Remove bilirubin from the blood.
D. Mobilize iron stores from the liver"
Answer: A. Prevent the absorption of ammonia from the bowel.
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A) True B) False
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a. can prevent a heart attack brought on by the stress to the heart." b. helps get rid of extra fluid in the body." c. helps the heart to not work so hard." d. treats the chest pain that goes along with pulmonary edema."
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a. Gynecomastia and decreased libido b. Headache and rash c. Nausea, vomiting, and anorexia d. Visual disturbances
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A. Transduction B. Transmission C. Perception D. Modulation