#1
Which of the following is a common cause of cirrhosis?
Excessive alcohol consumption
Regular exercise
Eating fruits and vegetables
Getting enough sleep
#2
Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with cirrhosis?
Jaundice
Insomnia
Muscle cramps
Taste disturbances
#3
What lifestyle change can help prevent cirrhosis?
Regular alcohol consumption
Balanced diet
Smoking
Lack of physical activity
#4
What is the primary function of the liver in the human body?
Digestion of food
Blood circulation
Detoxification and metabolism
Respiration
#5
Which laboratory test is commonly used to assess liver function?
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Lipid Profile
Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)
#6
Which virus is a common cause of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis?
Influenza virus
Hepatitis B virus
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Varicella-zoster virus
#7
What is the role of the hepatic portal vein in liver function?
Draining oxygenated blood from the liver
Supplying nutrients and oxygen to the liver
Removing waste products from the liver
Transporting bile from the liver
#8
Which imaging technique is often used to diagnose cirrhosis and liver damage?
X-ray
CT scan
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
#9
What is the role of the liver in the metabolism of carbohydrates?
Production of insulin
Storage of glucose as glycogen
Breakdown of amino acids
Synthesis of cholesterol
#10
In cirrhosis, what happens to the liver tissue?
It becomes enlarged
It becomes scarred and fibrotic
It undergoes hyperplasia
It becomes cancerous
#11
What is a potential complication of advanced cirrhosis?
Hypertension
Hepatic encephalopathy
Hyperthyroidism
Type 2 diabetes
#12
Which stage of cirrhosis is characterized by the presence of nodules and increased risk of liver cancer?
Compensated cirrhosis
Decompensated cirrhosis
Fibrosis
Cirrhosis without nodules
#13
What is the primary cause of portal hypertension in cirrhosis?
Increased blood flow to the liver
Obstruction of the hepatic veins
Fibrosis and resistance to blood flow
Decreased blood volume
#14
What is the significance of the MELD score in assessing liver disease severity?
Measuring enzyme levels
Evaluating genetic mutations
Predicting liver transplantation outcomes
Assessing dietary habits
#15
Which medication is commonly prescribed to manage hepatic encephalopathy in cirrhosis patients?
Aspirin
Lactulose
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen