Module 8 - Liver, Gallbladder, and Inflammation

Question 1

Which of the following drinking-related behaviors is least likely to lead to drunkeness?

a.	 drink before the dinner meal

b.	 eat snacks while having a drink

c.	 drink straight liquor rather than mixed drinks

d.	 drink beer instead of hard liquor

Answer 1

drink before the dinner meal

Question 2

Which of the following are potential health benefits of moderate alcohol consumption? Select all that apply.

Lowers risk of heart disease

b.	 Lowers risk of cirrhosis of the liver

c.	 Lowers risk of Type 2 diabetes

d.	 Lowers risk of Type 1 diabetes

e.	 Blood thinner

f.	 Elevates HDL cholesterol

g.	 Improves nutrient absorption

h.	 Assists with weight loss

Answer 2

Lowers risk of heart disease

Lowers risk of Type 2 diabetes

Blood thinner

Elevates HDL cholesterol

Question 3

What is the maximum amount of alcohol a woman should consume?

a.	 2 drinks per week

b.	 1 drink per day

c.	 2 drinks per day

d.	 10 drinks per week

Answer 3

1 drink per day

Question 4

Where is alcohol metabolized in the body?

a.	 Heart

b.	 Brain

c.	 Liver

d.	 Pancreas

Answer 4

liver

Question 5

The most common serious health complication of excessive, frequent alcohol consumption is:

a.	 Heart attack

b.	 Liver disease

c.	 Stroke

d.	 Diabetes

Answer 5

liver disease

Question 6

Alcohol can increase the risk of:

a.	 Dementia

b.	 Stress

c.	 Cancer

d.	 Thiamin toxicity

Answer 6

cancer

Question 7

Hepatic encephalopathy causes:

a.	 Buildup of ammonia in the brain

b.	 Production of ketones

c.	 Severe dehydration

d.	 Plaque buildup in the arteries

Answer 7

a.
Buildup of ammonia in the brain

Question 8

Which of the following is recommended diet therapy for cirrhosis? Select all that apply.

[mark all correct answers]
a.
High protein intake

b.	 Carbohydrate restriction

c.	 Avoid alcohol

d.	 Sodium restriction

e.	 Reduced calorie intake

f.	 Small, frequent meals

g.	 Moderate fat intake

Answer 8

a.
High protein intake

c.
Avoid alcohol

d.	 Sodium restriction

f.
Small, frequent meals

g.	 Moderate fat intake

Question 9

Which of the following complications are likely to occur with cirrhosis? Select all that apply.

[mark all correct answers]
a.
Fat malabsorption

b.	 Edema

c.	 Increased appetite

d.	 Ascites

e.	 Portal hypertension

f.	 Bruising

g.	 Dysphagia

h.	 Anemia

Answer 9

a.
Fat malabsorption

b.	 Edema

.
Ascites

e.	 Portal hypertension

f.	 Bruising

h.	 Anemia

Question 10

Muscle wasting may be masked by _____ in the patient with cirrhosis of the liver.

a.	 excessive fatty tissue

b.	 varices

c.	 dehydration

d.	 edema

Answer 10

edema

Question 11

Which of the following complications can occur after liver transplantation due to immunosuppressive drug therapy?

[mark all correct answers]
a.
Mouth sores

b.	 Hypoglycemia

c.	 Diarrhea

d.	 Vomiting

e.	 Low blood lipid levels

Answer 11

mouth scores

diarrhea

vomiting

Question 12

Cirrhosis usually results in:

a.	 High serum albumin levels

b.	 Decreased food intake

c.	 Constipation

d.	 Weight gain

Answer 12

Decreased food intake

Question 12

What is ascites?

a.	 Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen

b.	 High ammonia levels in the body

c.	 Edema of the legs

d.	 Severely low blood pressure

Answer 12

Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen

Question 13

What type of diet is recommended after gallbladder surgery?

a.	 High protein diet

b.	 Diet low in fat

c.	 Gluten-free diet

d.	 High calorie diet

Answer 13

b.
Diet low in fat

Question 14

Which of the following nutrients help fight inflammation?

a.	 Omega-3 fatty acids

b.	 Essential amino acids

c.	 Vitamin C

d.	 Vitamin E

Answer 14

a.
Omega-3 fatty acids