MDC2 FINAL EXAM 2026-2027 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
What is a key sign of Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Asterixis (hand-flapping tremors)
What are other s/s of Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Mood & sleep changes
-Agitation
-Confusion
-Peripheral edema
What is the treatment for Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Lactulose: decreases ammonia by excretion in stool (goal: 2-3 stools/day)
-Provide a safe environment
-Monitor neuro status & ammonia levels
,What is Chloecystitis?
-Inflammation of the gallbladder. RUQ pain may radiate to the right shoulder.
What are the s/s of a blocked bile duct?
-Jaundice
-Orange, foamy urine
-Clay-colored stool
What are the s/s of Pancreatitis?
-LUQ abdominal pain
-Rigid abdomen
-Flank bruising
, -Mental confusion, agitation
-N/V, jaundice
What are the risk factors of Pancreatitis?
-Alcohol
-Smoking
-Age 40-60
-Gallstones
What is Peritonitis?
Inflammation of the peritoneum. Medical emergency!
What are the s/s of Peritonitis?
High temp, rigid board-like abdomen, high HR, N/V, anorexia, and abdominal pain
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
What is a key sign of Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Asterixis (hand-flapping tremors)
What are other s/s of Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Mood & sleep changes
-Agitation
-Confusion
-Peripheral edema
What is the treatment for Hepatic Encephalopathy?
-Lactulose: decreases ammonia by excretion in stool (goal: 2-3 stools/day)
-Provide a safe environment
-Monitor neuro status & ammonia levels
,What is Chloecystitis?
-Inflammation of the gallbladder. RUQ pain may radiate to the right shoulder.
What are the s/s of a blocked bile duct?
-Jaundice
-Orange, foamy urine
-Clay-colored stool
What are the s/s of Pancreatitis?
-LUQ abdominal pain
-Rigid abdomen
-Flank bruising
, -Mental confusion, agitation
-N/V, jaundice
What are the risk factors of Pancreatitis?
-Alcohol
-Smoking
-Age 40-60
-Gallstones
What is Peritonitis?
Inflammation of the peritoneum. Medical emergency!
What are the s/s of Peritonitis?
High temp, rigid board-like abdomen, high HR, N/V, anorexia, and abdominal pain
