The nurse is explaining to a client with stones in the ...

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The nurse is explaining to a client with stones in the gallbladder about the role the gallbladder plays in digestion. What should the nurse explain about the gallbladder?
 
  1. Produces the bile necessary for fat absorption
  2. Releases enzymes into the small intestine
  3. Produces clotting factors that aid with digestion
  4. Stores the bile made by the liver

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an inservice for a group of seniors to explain the functioning of the intestines. The nurse should include that the large intestine:
 
  1. is responsible for the absorption of nutrients from digestion in the stomach.
  2. is only responsible for evacuation of waste.
  3. absorbs the majority of water for the body.
  4. mixes the digested food with water.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. The liver produces bile.
2. Enzymes necessary for digestion are secreted by the pancreas.
3. Clotting factors are made in the liver and released into the blood to prevent bleeding.
4. The gallbladder stores and release bile that is made in the liver.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. The small intestine mixes the chyme with enzymes and bile, and then absorbs the nutrients from the mix.
2. The large intestine does store and release stool, but also absorbs water.
3. The large intestine does absorb the majority of water that the body needs.
4. The small intestine mixes food with enzymes and bile.