Branched-chain amino acids may be supplemented in the diets of clients with hepatic encephalopathy because they
a. increase the synthesis of albumin.
b. reduce bilirubin levels.
c. may contribute to mental status improvement.
d. prevent a false positive on a hemacult test for blood in the stool.
c
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