A patient with a history of chronic alcohol use has been admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of cirrhosis. Admission laboratory reports show that the patient's ammonia level is elevated at 218 g/dL. What medication will the provider prescribe to address the lab result?
A) 0.9% NS IV
B) Docusate sodium [Colace]
C) Lactulose
D) Polyethylene glycol [MiraLax]
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