The physiologic basis for symptoms associated with dumping syndrome is that:
a. concentrated hyperosmolar intestinal contents are absorbed too quickly.
b. ingested foods remain in the stomach too long and cause excessive bloating.
c. only the intestinal water is being absorbed, resulting in hemodilution and increased blood volume.
d. concentrated hyperosmolar fluids draw water into the intestine, decreasing blood volume.
Question 2
Clients who have undergone radical neck or facial surgery are often fed using:
a. a straw.
b. a nasogastric tube.
c. a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube.
d. parenteral nutrition.