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A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a new prescription for lactulose. Which of the following manifestations indicates an adverse effect of the medication?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Vomiting. Lactulose is a laxative used to treat constipation in cirrhotic patients by reducing ammonia levels. Vomiting can indicate electrolyte imbalance from excessive diarrhea caused by lactulose. Peripheral edema (
B) is not directly related to lactulose use. Headache (
C) and dry mouth (
D) are not common adverse effects of lactulose.

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