A patient is demonstrating hepatic encephalopathy due to buildup of ammonia.The nurse anticipates intervention to support which function of the liver?
A)Protein metabolism
B)Vitamin synthesis
C)Fat metabolism
D)Carbohydrate metabolism

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Hepatic encephalopathy is caused by the accumulation of ammonia in the blood due to liver dysfunction. The liver plays a crucial role in protein metabolism, including the conversion of ammonia to urea for elimination, which helps to maintain normal ammonia levels in the blood. Therefore, interventions to support protein metabolism are necessary to treat hepatic encephalopathy.

A Patient Is Demonstrating Hepatic Encephalopathy Due to Buildup of Ammonia.The