NSG 350: Chapter 59 Hepatic Disorders Exam
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Where is the liver located? under the diaphragm in the right upper
quadrant of
the abdominal cavity.
What are the functions of the liver? - blood storage
- blood filtration
- production of bile
- synthesis of clotting factors to prevent
clotting
- metabolism of carbs, fats, and proteins.
When does hepatic dysfunction when the liver is no longer able to perform
occur? its usual
functions
The risk for developing Hepatitis is individual behavior and exposure
usually associated with what?
What are the risk factors for - chronic alcohol use
Hepatitis? - exposure to some prescriptions and OTC
meds
- toxins
, What is autoimmune Hepatitis? An immune system response is causing
Describe each type. inflammation of the liver.
Type 1 - occurs most frequently in females
during
adolescence; these patients tend to have
other
autoimmune disorders.
Type 2 - less common and affects girls
between
ages 2 to 14.
Are there vaccines for each type of no.
Hepatitis? - only A and B have vaccines.
What is Hepatitis? Inflammation of liver cells most commonly
caused
by a virus that impairs its ability to function
normally.
How does Hepatitis impact liver The inflammation limits the ability of the
function? liver:
- detoxify substances
- limits the production of proteins and
clotting
factors
- alters the ability to store vitamins and
fats.
Why is the HBV virus unique? It's caused by a DNA virus, while the other
types
are caused by RNA viruses.
Questions and Answers with Verified
Solutions | Latest Updated 2026
Where is the liver located? under the diaphragm in the right upper
quadrant of
the abdominal cavity.
What are the functions of the liver? - blood storage
- blood filtration
- production of bile
- synthesis of clotting factors to prevent
clotting
- metabolism of carbs, fats, and proteins.
When does hepatic dysfunction when the liver is no longer able to perform
occur? its usual
functions
The risk for developing Hepatitis is individual behavior and exposure
usually associated with what?
What are the risk factors for - chronic alcohol use
Hepatitis? - exposure to some prescriptions and OTC
meds
- toxins
, What is autoimmune Hepatitis? An immune system response is causing
Describe each type. inflammation of the liver.
Type 1 - occurs most frequently in females
during
adolescence; these patients tend to have
other
autoimmune disorders.
Type 2 - less common and affects girls
between
ages 2 to 14.
Are there vaccines for each type of no.
Hepatitis? - only A and B have vaccines.
What is Hepatitis? Inflammation of liver cells most commonly
caused
by a virus that impairs its ability to function
normally.
How does Hepatitis impact liver The inflammation limits the ability of the
function? liver:
- detoxify substances
- limits the production of proteins and
clotting
factors
- alters the ability to store vitamins and
fats.
Why is the HBV virus unique? It's caused by a DNA virus, while the other
types
are caused by RNA viruses.
