The nurse, instructing a client about malabsorption syndrome, ...

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The nurse, instructing a client about malabsorption syndrome, should include that food is absorbed in the:
 
  1. mouth.
  2. bloodstream.
  3. stomach.
  4. small intestine.

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with cellulitis. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this client? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Heat
  2. Redness
  3. Swelling
  4. Pain
  5. Glossy, stretched skin appearance
  6. Thirst

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Answer to Question 1

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The mouth and stomach are used mostly for digestion. The small intestine is where most of the absorption of food nutrients occurs. Food is not directly absorbed into the bloodstream.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cardinal signs of cellulitis include heat, redness, swelling, pain, and a glossy, stretched appearance of the skin. Thirst is not associated with cellulitis.