Homework answers / question archive / West Coast University PATHO 101 Chapter 38 1)The blood supply is delivered to the liver by way of Esophageal varices are a complication of liver disease and are a result of The primary signs and symptoms of hepatic derangements What term is used to describe the process of converting bilirubin from its freely lipid-soluble form to the form that is tightly bound to the plasma protein albumin? What condition occurs when a form of bilirubin diffuses into the brain and causes a type of encephalopathy?     Reye syndrome is characterized by encephalopathy Biliary atresia is classified as a condition of The major indication of a failed Kasai procedure is   Portal hypertension occurs as a result of which of the following? Obstruction of blood flow in the liver’s venous sinusoids Impaired drainage into the central veins A buildup of venous pressure Which statement characterizes the nature and capabilities of the liver? The liver plays a role in the digestion of fats

West Coast University PATHO 101 Chapter 38 1)The blood supply is delivered to the liver by way of Esophageal varices are a complication of liver disease and are a result of The primary signs and symptoms of hepatic derangements What term is used to describe the process of converting bilirubin from its freely lipid-soluble form to the form that is tightly bound to the plasma protein albumin? What condition occurs when a form of bilirubin diffuses into the brain and causes a type of encephalopathy?     Reye syndrome is characterized by encephalopathy Biliary atresia is classified as a condition of The major indication of a failed Kasai procedure is   Portal hypertension occurs as a result of which of the following? Obstruction of blood flow in the liver’s venous sinusoids Impaired drainage into the central veins A buildup of venous pressure Which statement characterizes the nature and capabilities of the liver? The liver plays a role in the digestion of fats

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9. Portal hypertension occurs as a result of which of the following?
   1. Obstruction of blood flow in the liver’s venous sinusoids
   2. Impaired drainage into the central veins
   3. A buildup of venous pressure
10. Which statement characterizes the nature and capabilities of the liver?
    1. The liver plays a role in the digestion of fats.
    2. Blood detoxification is a function of the liver
    3. The liver is vulnerable to illness, but has considerable repair abilities.
11. Which manifestation is typical of hepatocellular failure?
    1. Hypoalbuminemia
    2. Glucose imbalance
    3. Osteomalacia
12. Appropriate early treatment for infants with jaundice-related encephalopathy may include which of the following?
    1. Phenobarbital to increase the levels of UDPGT
    2. Phototherapy (bili-lights)
    3. Exchange transfusions
13. At present, universal vaccination of children is recommended for:
    1. Hep A
    2. Hep B
14. The development of hepatocellular carcinoma is which of the following?
    1. Regularly associated with chronic alcohol use
    2. Usually associated with chronic viral hepatitis
15. What identified risk factors make it necessary for liver transplant patients to undergo extensive psychological evaluation before surgery?
    1. Current abuse of alcohol
    2. Ineffective psychosocial support system
16. Ascites is related to which of the following?
    1. Portal hypertension
    2. Hpoalbuminemia