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
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what should be discontinued in px with
A
3
Q
reduce serum ammonia level
A
lactulose
4
Q
minimize protein catabolism
A
iv glucose
5
Q
how to reduce ammonia
A
gastric suction
enema
6
Q
manifestation of esophageal varices?
A
hematemesis
melena
general deterioration
shock
7
Q
used to decrease cholesterol
A
somatostatin
8
Q
antidiuretic for varices
A
vasopressin
9
Q
used to decrease bleeding
A
octreotide
10
Q
reduce coronary vasoconstriction
A
nitroglycerin with vasopressin
11
Q
used to decrease portal pressure
A
nadolol
propanolol
12
Q
insertion of tube from nose to stomach balloon tamponade
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