Which Finding Indicates to the Nurse That Lactulose Is Effective

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which finding indicates to the nurse that lactulose is effective for an older adult who has advanced cirrhosis?

• A)The patient is alert and oriented.
• B)The patient denies nausea or anorexia.
• C)The patient's bilirubin level decreases.
• D)The patient has at least one stool daily.

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Definitions:

Serous Fluid

A clear, watery fluid that lubricates the surfaces of membranes lining body cavities and organs.

Pleura

Thin layers of tissue that line the lungs and the inside of the chest cavity, providing lubrication necessary for the lungs to move smoothly during breathing.

Thorax

The chest cavity.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.