The client with cirrhosis is given lactulose (Cephulac), which causes diarrhea. The client asks the nurse why it is necessary to take this medication. The nurse explains that the medication will:
A)
prevent gastrointestinal bleeding.
B)
reduce serum ammonia levels.
C)
promote excess fluid loss.
D)
prevent constipation.
B
Explanation:
A)
Lactulose inhibits ammonia absorption from the bowel and is also an osmotic laxative, thereby promoting excretion of ammonia.
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B)
Lactulose inhibits ammonia absorption from the bowel and is also an osmotic laxative, thereby promoting excretion of ammonia.
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C)
Lactulose inhibits ammonia absorption from the bowel and is also an osmotic laxative, thereby promoting excretion of ammonia.
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D)
Lactulose inhibits ammonia absorption from the bowel and is also an osmotic laxative, thereby promoting excretion of ammonia.
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