chapter 43 f2f part 4 Flashcards
1
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give management for hepatic encephalopathy
A
lactulose
iv glucose
protein restriction
reduction of ammonia
discontinue sedatives, analgesics, tranquilizers
2
Q
reduce serum ammonia level
A
lactulose
3
Q
minimize protein catabolism
A
iv glucose
4
Q
how to reduce ammonia
A
gastric suction
enema
5
Q
manifestation of esophageal varices?
A
hematemesis
melena
general deterioration
shock
6
Q
used to decrease cholesterol
A
somatostatin
7
Q
antidiuretic for varices
A
vasopressin
8
Q
used to decrease bleeding
A
octreotide
9
Q
reduce coronary vasoconstriction
A
nitroglycerin with vasopressin
10
Q
used to decrease portal pressure
A
nadolol
propanolol
11
Q
insertion of tube from nose to stomach balloon tamponade
A
