NCLEX Question of the Day
Physiological Adaptation QID 571
A nurse is caring for a patient with end-stage liver disease. Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor for?
Explanation
Hepatic encephalopathy is a central nervous system dysfunction resulting from liver disease, commonly seen in end-stage liver disease. It is characterized by personality changes, intellectual impairment, and a depressed level of consciousness. This occurs due to the liver's inability to detoxify toxic substances, such as ammonia, which accumulate in the blood and affect brain function.
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