Liver function tests

patients having heart and liver diseases in the health centers. Statins are the group of drugs that help in lowering the levels low-density lipoprotein in one’s blood. The statins are responsible for blocking the substances that form cholesterol in the liver (Shehata et al, 2015). The recent incidents related to the effectiveness of the statins prompts the researchers to conduct the interventional studies to establish whether the statin drugs cause the increase of the liver diseases among patients

Case study: Acute liver failure from fungal toxins. INTRODUCTION A 20-year old male presented to the hospital with: nausea; diarrhoea and fever. Upon examination he had abdominal pain and a tender liver. The patient admitted to eating wild mushrooms, of which he had collected himself, the afternoon before attending the hospital. Laboratory analysis at the time of admission revealed elevated serum ALT (665 U/L) and AST (880 U/L), increased total bilirubin (4.9mg/dL) and an increased prothrombin time

will need several lab and diagnosis test ran on the current medication list. A CBC and culture & sensitivity test is needed for the Vantin to determine if still needed for bacterial infection. Potassium level along with renal function, bicarb and pH level should be monitored for mineral and electrolyte replacement of potassium Chloride. Furosemide (Lasix), which is a diuretic, is being administered 40mg PO daily. Electrolytes, renal function, hepatic function, glucose levels along with uric acid

Increased incidence of obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome, coupled with heightened consumer awareness, has led to unfaltering movement toward the utilization of low calorie artificial sweeteners which make artificial them progressively prevalent as an alternative to sugar. These artificial sweeteners, also called nonnutritive sweeteners (NNS)/low calorie sweeteners/intense sweeteners, provide more intense sweetness and no or a few calories per gram and are used in beverages, dietary products

the functions of the liver and discuss the role of bile acids in OC. The pathophysiology of OC will be explored. The role of the midwife within a multidisciplinary team, alongside the physical care that is offered to women

Lab test results show a positive anti-HCV and confirm that Chad has Hepatitis C. The nurse explains to Chad that Hepatitis is liver disease with inflammation of the cells of the liver. Chad states "I can't have Hepatitis. I had all three of the vaccinations before I started working as a paramedic." There are five major types of viral Hepatitis: A, B, C, D, and E. 1. What information about the vaccination series for Hepatitis received by healthcare workers will the nurse use in response to

The higher risk of surgery in a cirrhotic patient is due to the fact that the liver normally performs myriad metabolic and synthetic functions in the body. The liver is vital for protein synthesis, coagulation homeostasis, glucose homeostasis, bilirubin excretion, drug metabolism, and toxin removal, among other critical functions. The optimal management of a cirrhotic patient for elective total hip replacement surgery would involve: 1. Pre- operative assessment, including a detailed history, examination

Khat and liver; The effect of khat on liver can be considered as herbal induced liver injury but the big dilemma is whether the insult is due to the active components themselves or the added fertilizers and pesticides. Unfortunately no studies are available comparing the effect of khat on liver disease in both conditions. Amphetamine is known to exert different forms of hepatotoxicity in-vivo and in-vitro when tested on hepatocytes (Carvalho et al.,

symptoms. The reason why as small population of women develop HELLP syndrome is largely unknown, but us believed to be caused by abnormal vascular development or genetic variation. HELLP syndrome has also been known to be confused with acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) or thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura due to their symptomology being similar. There are short-term treatments for HELLP syndrome, but only true treatment is to give birth to the child. Currently there is no preventative measures

Medication Sheet Medication/Dose/RouteClassificationGeneric/Trade Name | Action | ContraindicationAdverse Effects | Nursing Considerations | Acetaminophen/500mg/ By MouthAntipyretic& Analgesic (nonopioid)Acetaminophen/TylenolCarvedilol/6.25mg/By MouthAlpha- and beta-adrenergic blocker & AntihypertensiveCarvedilol/CoregDocusate Sodium/100mg/By MouthLaxative stool softenersDocusate Sodium/ColaceFurosemide/40mg/By MouthLoop diureticsFurosemide/Lasix | Reduces fever by acting directly on