Question 1

Following a liver transplant, immunosuppressive drugs are given to reduce the immune responses that cause rejection. The nurse recognizes that these drugs can affect nutrition status because of their effects on _____. ​

Accepted Answer

Immunosuppressive drugs can affect nutrition status because of their effects on the gastrointestinal tract, such as causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Question 2

The hepatic portal vein and the hepatic artery together supply approximately _____ mL of blood each minute to the extensive network of vessels in the liver.​

Accepted Answer

The hepatic portal vein and the hepatic artery together supply approximately 1500 mL of blood each minute to the extensive network of vessels in the liver.

Question 3

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
-pruritus

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 4

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
-​hyponatremia

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 5

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
-hepatic portal vein

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 6

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
-cirrhosis

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 7

A nurse is working with a patient whom she suspects is suffering from hepatic encephalopathy. What sign or symptom most likely indicates early stages of the disease?​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nurse is working with a patient...

Question 8

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
-hepatomegaly​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 9

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
-​paracentesis

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 10

The immediate concerns that the nurse must recognize when caring for a patient who has had a liver transplant are organ rejection and _____.​

Accepted Answer

Infection is a major concern for patients who have had a liver transplant because they are immunocompromised and at a greater risk for infections. Organ rejection is also a concern, but it typically occurs later in the post-transplant period. Hypertension, disorientation, jaundice, and hemorrhage may be concerns for some patients, but they are not the immediate concerns that the nurse must recognize after a liver transplant.

Question 11

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
-​varices

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 12

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
-​fatty liver

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 13

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
-​ insulin resistance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 14

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
-​transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 15

A nurse is caring for a patient who is recovering from a liver transplant. Because the patient is at higher risk of foodborne illness, the nurse should educate the patient by giving him which information?​

Accepted Answer

Washing fresh produce before eating can help to reduce the risk of foodborne illness, which is particularly important for a patient who is recovering from a liver transplant and at higher risk of infection. The other options are not relevant to preventing foodborne illness.

Question 16

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
-jaundice​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 17

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
-hepatitis​

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis is caused by a virus.

Question 18

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
-​sinusoids

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 19

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
-​hepatic coma

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Question 20

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
-​ ascites

Accepted Answer

The answer of Matching
a. an advanced stage of liver disease...

Quiz 19: Nutrition and Liver Diseases

Following a liver transplant, immunosuppressive drugs are given to reduce the immune responses that cause rejection. The nurse recognizes that these drugs can affect nutrition status because of their effects on _____. ​

The hepatic portal vein and the hepatic artery together supply approximately _____ mL of blood each minute to the extensive network of vessels in the liver.​

A nurse is working with a patient whom she suspects is suffering from hepatic encephalopathy. What sign or symptom most likely indicates early stages of the disease?​

The immediate concerns that the nurse must recognize when caring for a patient who has had a liver transplant are organ rejection and _____.​

A nurse is caring for a patient who is recovering from a liver transplant. Because the patient is at higher risk of foodborne illness, the nurse should educate the patient by giving him which information?​

Following a liver transplant, immunosuppressive drugs are given to reduce the immune responses that cause rejection. The nurse recognizes that these drugs can affect nutrition status because of their effects on _____.

The hepatic portal vein and the hepatic artery together supply approximately _____ mL of blood each minute to the extensive network of vessels in the liver.

A nurse is working with a patient whom she suspects is suffering from hepatic encephalopathy. What sign or symptom most likely indicates early stages of the disease?

The immediate concerns that the nurse must recognize when caring for a patient who has had a liver transplant are organ rejection and _____.

A nurse is caring for a patient who is recovering from a liver transplant. Because the patient is at higher risk of foodborne illness, the nurse should educate the patient by giving him which information?