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ABDOMINAL

CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE

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The nurse is caring for a client with hepatic portal-systemic encephalopathy (PSE). The client is thin and cachectic, and the familyexpresses distress that the patient is receiving little dietary protein. How would the nurse respond?
A
“A low-protein diet will help the liver rest and will restore liver function.”
B
“Less protein in the diet will help prevent confusion associated with liver failure.”
C
“Increasing dietary protein will help the patient gain weight and muscle mass.”
D
“Low dietary protein is needed to prevent fluid from leaking into the abdomen.”
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Avoid alcohol, which damages liver cells. Avoid medications that affect the nervous system, such as sleeping pills and antidepressants. Eat a nutritious diet, exercise and maintain a healthy weight (especially important if you have fatty liver disease). Take your prescribed medications to treat liver disease.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is advised to avoid white-flour foods and sugary drinks and increase the consumption of whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Follow this 7 Day Diet Chart of Hepatic Encephalopathy, those are suffering from this problem.

Detailed explanation-3: -Eat frequent meals and snacks including a snack before going to bed. Eat more protein. Use total 2gram salt only-if you have fluid (ascites) in belly. Do not drink alcohol at all. Avoid dehydration. More items •05-Mar-2020

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