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6 years ago
A patient with a history of chronic alcohol abuse has been admitted to the unit with cirrhosis. Upon review of the patient's laboratory test results, the nurse notes that the ammonia level is 218.
 
  What medication should the nurse prepare to administer?
  a. 0.9 NS
  b. Lactulose
  c. Docusate sodium (Colace)
  d. Polyethylene glycol (MiraLax)
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6 years ago
ANS: B
Lactulose is the only laxative known to lower ammonia levels in patient with portal hypertension and hepatic encephalopathy secondary to liver disease.
No information suggests that the patient needs fluid or electrolyte replacement.
Docusate sodium and polyethylene glycol are not effective at lowering ammonia levels.
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6 years ago
Slightly Frowning Face Still concerned about the others, I hope you can take a look at them
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