Question

a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has cirrhosis of the liver and a history of alcohol consumption. the nurse should explain that alcohol can cause liver cirrhosis through which of the following actions? a. increasing the workload of the liver by releasing stored glycogen b. causing ulceration of liver tissue that can lead to bleeding c. dilating the veins in the portal circulation d. destroying liver cells that are replaced with scar tissue

Explanation:

Alcohol-induced cirrhosis occurs when chronic alcohol exposure kills liver cells. As these damaged cells die, they are replaced by fibrous scar tissue, which disrupts liver structure and function. Option A describes a normal liver glycogen response, not cirrhosis. Option B refers to ulceration, which is not the primary mechanism of alcohol-related cirrhosis. Option C describes portal vein dilation, a result of cirrhosis, not the cause.

Answer:

D. Destroying liver cells that are replaced with scar tissue