Multiple Choice
Which statement is false regarding the sources of increased ammonia that contribute to hepatic encephalopathy?
A) End products of intestinal protein digestion are sources of increased ammonia.
B) Digested blood leaking from ruptured varices is a source of increased ammonia.
C) Accumulation of short-chain fatty acids that is attached to ammonia is a source of increased ammonia.
D) Ammonia-forming bacteria in the colon are sources of increased ammonia.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q26: What is the most immediate result of
Q27: Which statements are true regarding chronic gastritis?
Q28: Considering the normal frequency of bowel evacuation,how
Q29: What are the cardinal symptoms of small
Q30: Which statement is consistent with dumping syndrome?<br>A)
Q32: Which are the early (prodromal)clinical manifestations of
Q33: What is the most common manifestation of
Q34: What is a cause of chronic antral
Q35: Which statement is false regarding the contributing
Q36: What is the cause of gastroesophageal reflux