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Pathophysiology of Cirrhosis and Its Causes Quiz

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Which scoring system is used for staging, drug dosing, and other purposes in patients with cirrhosis?

Child-Pugh Classification Score (correct)

INR assessment

MELD score

Liver biopsy grading

What clinical feature is characterized by the presence of tender RUQ (right upper quadrant) on physical exam in patients with cirrhosis?

Ascites

Palmar erythema (correct)

Encephalopathy

Jaundice

Which parameter is used to assess the severity of encephalopathy in patients with cirrhosis?

Absence of ascites

Bilirubin level

Prothrombin time (PT)

Albumin level (correct)

What is the preferred imaging modality for initially evaluating cirrhosis in a patient?

Ultrasound (US) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a general treatment principle for patients with cirrhosis?

Treating the underlying cause of cirrhosis to prevent progression Signup and view all the answers

What are common causes of cirrhosis mentioned in the text?

Heavy alcohol use and chronic viral hepatitis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for cirrhosis in the text?

Regular exercise and healthy diet Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a normal function of the liver as mentioned in the text?

Production of insulin Signup and view all the answers

What are some complications associated with decompensated cirrhosis according to the text?

Variceal bleeding and jaundice Signup and view all the answers

What are some stigmata of chronic liver disease described in the text?

Jaundice and encephalopathy Signup and view all the answers