Liver Diseases: Hepatitis, Cirrhosis

Liver Diseases: Hepatitis, Cirrhosis ( 35 Questions)

A client with suspected liver disease asks about the purpose of liver function tests. How should the nurse respond?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Liver function tests do not directly visualize the liver's structure. They assess biochemical markers in the blood related to liver function.

B) Correct. Liver function tests measure specific markers in the blood to evaluate how well the liver is functioning and to identify signs of damage or dysfunction.

C) Incorrect. Liver function tests do not primarily involve measuring blood flow through the liver. They focus on assessing biochemical markers.

D) Incorrect. While liver function tests can provide information about viral infections in the liver, they are not primarily used for this purpose. Specific viral tests would be ordered if infection is suspected.




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