NCLEX-PN
Nclex Exam Cram Practice Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client with which of the following conditions is at risk for developing a high ammonia level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cirrhosis is the correct answer. In cirrhosis, the liver is unable to detoxify ammonia to urea, leading to an accumulation of ammonia in the blood. This can result in hepatic encephalopathy, a condition characterized by high ammonia levels affecting brain function. Renal failure (
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A), psoriasis (
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B), and lupus (
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C) are not directly associated with an increased risk of high ammonia levels as seen in cirrhosis.
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