Hepatic encephalopathy is a common systemic manifestation of chronic liver disease. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this condition?
A. Blood ammonia levels correlate well with the stage of hepatic encephalopathy
B. Alterations in central nervous system neurotransmitters such as the neurotransmitter g- aminobutyric acid (GABA) have been proposed in the pathogenesis of hepatic encephalopathy
C. Lactulose can be used to decrease intestinal ammonia absorption
D. Patients can be expected to have an increased sensitivity to benzodiazepines
Answer:B
Hepatic encephalopathy is a common systemic manifestation of chronic liver disease. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this condition?
A. Blood ammonia levels correlate well with the stage of hepatic encephalopathy B. Alterations in central nervous system neurotransmitters such as the neurotransmitter g- aminobutyric acid (GABA) have been proposed in the pathogenesis of hepatic encephalopathy C. Lactulose can be used to decrease intestinal ammonia absorption D. Patients can be expected to have an increased sensitivity to benzodiazepines