The nurse explains to the nursing student that lactose is ...

[Arii_bell]

The nurse explains to the nursing student that lactose is hydrolyzed into glucose and galactose in which organ?
 
  A.
  Gallbladder
  B.
  Large intestine
  C.
  Small intestine
  D.
  Stomach

Question 2

A patient has pancreatitis. Which daily laboratory test will the nurse review as a priority for this patient?
 
  A.
  Amylase
  B.
  C-reactive protein
  C.
  Lipase
  D.
  White blood cell count

[SAUXC]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Lactose is hydrolyzed into glucose and galactose in the small intestine through the action of the enzyme lactase.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Although all options are routine laboratory tests for the patient with pancreatitis, lipase is the best indicator of pancreatic function, as it stays elevated longer than amylase.

[Arii_bell]

Excellent

[smrtceo]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it