Which one of the following is least expected to precipitate hepatic encephalopathy in a liver cirrhosis patient?: (A) Peritoneal tap, (B) Antibodies treatment, (C) Variceal bleed, (D) Hypokalemia
Answer is A. Encephalopathy precipitating events:HypokalemiaInfectionIncreased dietary protein load Electrolyte disturbancesRef: Harrison's; 18/e; p2601