What is the nurse's priority action for a client with hepatic encephalopathy?

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B. titrate lactulose to produce the prescribed number of soft stools — Lactulose reduces ammonia by promoting stool excretion. It is commonly titrated to the desired number of soft stools per day.

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A. stop lactulose after the first loose stool

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C. restrict all fluid intake while taking it

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D. give with antidiarrheals to prevent stooling