A patient is demonstrating hepatic encephalopathy due to buildup of ammonia. The nurse anticipates intervention to support which function of the liver?
1. Protein metabolism
2. Vitamin synthesis
3. Fat metabolism
4. Carbohydrate metabolism
Answer: 1
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