Matching A. an Advanced Stage of Liver Disease in Which Extensive

question 8

Short Answer

Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease in which extensive scarring replaces healthy liver tissue
b. the small, capillary-like passages that carry blood through liver tissue
c. the product of alcohol metabolism that is used as a source of energy by many tissues in the body
d. loss of consciousness resulting from severe liver disease
e. a surgical puncture of a body cavity with an aspirator to draw out excess fluid
f. enlargement of the liver
g. abnormally low sodium levels in the blood
h. the continued use of alcohol despite the development of social, legal, or health problems
i. inflammation of the liver
j. a passage within the liver that connects a portion of the portal vein to the hepatic vein using a stent
k. liver disease that is related to excessive alcohol consumption
l. an accumulation of fat in liver tissue
m. the blood vessel that conducts nutrient-rich blood from the digestive tract to the liver
n. an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity
o. the reduced sensitivity to insulin in liver, muscle, and adipose cells
p. abnormally dilated blood vessels
q. an alcoholic beverage that contains about half an ounce of pure alcohol
r. yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes due to an accumulation of bilirubin
s. itchy skin
t. an intermediate in alcohol metabolism that, in excess, can damage the body's tissues and interfere with cellular functions
-alcoholic liver disease

---

Definitions:

Psychologist

A professional specializing in studying the mind and behavior.

Age 8

Refers to a developmental stage in childhood characterized by growing cognitive and social abilities, typically corresponding to third grade in the U.S. education system.

Consistently Miss Items

A pattern of frequently failing to notice or include certain things, which can affect various tasks or responsibilities.

Sternberg

Refers to Robert Sternberg, an American psychologist known for his theory on intelligence and creativity.