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Liver injury labs are as follows ammonia levels, INR, fibrinogen, glucose, and lactate. Other abs include Alanine transaminase (ALT): 0 to 55 units per liter (U/L) Aspartate transaminase (AST): 0 to 48 U/L. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP): 30 to 129 U/L. Gamma-glutamyltransferase (GGT): 8 to 61 U/L. Bilirubin: 0.1 to 1.2 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). Prothrombin […]

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Appropriate Blood Tests for Suspected Acute Liver Injury      The liver plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis, and when acute injury occurs, a thorough evaluation is necessary to determine the extent of damage and underlying cause. Blood tests are essential in assessing liver function, hepatocellular integrity, and potential viral infections. The primary tests ordered for

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Recent milestones in the understanding of gastric acid secretion and treatment of acid-peptic disorders include the discovery of histamine H2-receptors and development of histamine H2-receptor antagonists, identification of H+K+-ATPase as the parietal cell proton pump and development of proton pump inhibitors, and identification of Helicobacter pylori as the major cause of duodenal ulcer and development

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 Gastric Acid Secretion and Its Regulation       Gastric acid secretion is regulated by a complex interplay of neural, hormonal, and paracrine pathways. The primary stimuli include acetylcholine (ACh), gastrin, and histamine. Acetylcholine, released by the vagus nerve, directly stimulates parietal cells to secrete hydrochloric acid (HCl). Gastrin, produced by G cells in the antrum of the

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The Transition of Conceptual Models to Research Proposals       Conceptual models serve as the foundational framework that guides research proposals by providing structure, clarity, and direction for inquiry. In nursing research, conceptual models help define key variables, establish relationships between concepts, and justify the significance of a study. Chapter 21 explores the role of conceptual models

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