A patient who has advanced cirrhosis is receiving lactulose ( Cephulac ) . Which finding by the nurse indicates that the medication is effective?
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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