A Patient Diagnosed with Cirrhosis Develops Ascites

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with cirrhosis develops ascites. Which medication will be ordered initially to improve symptoms?

• A) Cephalosporin
• B) Furosemide
• C) Lactulose
• D) Spironolactone

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Definitions:

Polymers

Large molecules composed of many repeated subunits, which can be found in various natural and synthetic materials like plastics, proteins, and DNA.

Monomers

Simple molecules that can join together to form polymers, which are large, complex structures.

Unsaturated

A term describing molecules, particularly fats or fatty acids, which contain one or more double bonds between carbon atoms, making them less hydrogenated.

Vegetable Oils

Edible oils extracted from plants' seeds, fruits, or other parts, widely used in cooking and food preparation.