Manifestations associated with hepatic encephalopathy from chronic liver disease are the result of:
A) Hyperbilirubinemia and jaundice
B) Fluid and electrolyte imbalances
C) Impaired ammonia metabolism
D) Decreased cerebral blood flow

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Impaired ammonia metabolism leads to the symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy.
Impaired ammonia metabolism leads to the symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy.Symptoms are primarily neurologic,not jaundice oriented.
Impaired ammonia metabolism leads to the symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy.Fluid and electrolyte changes that occur would not lead to the manifestations seen in hepatic encephalopathy.
Impaired ammonia metabolism leads to the symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy.Cerebral blood flow is not affected.

Manifestations Associated with Hepatic Encephalopathy from Chronic Liver Disease Are