NSG 4512 (NSG 4512)

NSG 4512 - Adult Health 3 Exam 2 Review/NSG 4512 - Adult Health 3 Exam 2 Review. Ch 49 Assessment & Mgmt. of Pts w/ Hepatic Disorders 1) Liver a. Largest gland of the body located in RUQ b. Liver affects all other body systems c. Highly vascularized gland 2) Technique for assessing liver a. Percussing produces dull sound. 3) Functions of liver a. Metabolizes: i. Drugs, glucose, fats, proteins b. Drug metabolism i. Hepatotoxic meds ii. Acetaminophen Tylenol (foundation of other meds)

NSG 4512 - Adult Health 3 Exam 2 Review/NSG 4512 - Adult Health 3 Exam 2 Review. Ch 49 Assessment & Mgmt. of Pts w/ Hepatic Disorders 1) Liver a. Largest gland of the body located in RUQ b. Liver affects all other body systems c. Highly vascularized gland 2) Technique for assessing liver a. Percussing produces dull sound. 3) Functions of liver a. Metabolizes: i. Drugs, glucose, fats, proteins b. Drug metabolism i. Hepatotoxic meds ii. Acetaminophen Tylenol (f...