Consequences of Cirrhosis Include All of the Following Except

question 61

Multiple Choice

Consequences of cirrhosis include all of the following except:

• A)esophageal varices.
• B)portal hypertension.
• C)ascites.
• D)disorientation.

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Definitions:

Thiamine

A water-soluble B-vitamin (B1) that is essential for the metabolic breakdown of glucose and the functioning of the nervous system.

Vitamin K

A fat-soluble vitamin essential for the synthesis of proteins involved in blood coagulation and bone metabolism.

Alcoholics

Individuals who suffer from alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrollable drinking and a preoccupation with alcohol.

Neural Tube Defects

Birth defects of the brain, spine, or spinal cord occurring when the neural tube does not close completely.