Author Question: Describe the possible effects of cancer surgeries on nutritional status in five different regions of ... (Read 111 times)

jilianpiloj · **on:** Aug 21, 2018

Describe the possible effects of cancer surgeries on nutritional status in five different regions of the body.

Question 2

Jenny has just learned that she is 4 weeks pregnant (first trimester). She has been looking forward to all the ice cream, chips, and cakes she has seen women on TV and in the movies eating when they are pregnant. What is the most appropriate advice for Jenny?
A) She can eat these foods, but only up to 340 kcalories extra per day.
B) She can eat these foods, but only up to 550 kcalories extra per day.
C) She does not have increased energy needs in the first trimester and should not indulge herself.
D) She should avoid these foods and instead, include one extra serving from each food group per day.

mjbamaung · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Surgery is performed to remove tumors, determine the extent of cancer, and protect nearby tissues. Often, surgery must be followed by other cancer treatments to prevent the growth of new tumors. The acute metabolic stress caused by surgery raises protein and energy needs and can exacerbate wasting. Surgery also contributes to pain, fatigue, and anorexia, all of which can reduce food intake at a time when nutritional needs are substantial. Surgeries to the head and neck can cause dry mouth, reduced chewing and swallowing ability, and an increased risk of aspiration; esophageal surgery reduces swallowing ability and contributes to acid reflux; gastric surgery increases the risk of dumping syndrome and malabsorption of folate and iron; intestinal surgery can lead to diarrhea, malabsorption, and fluid and electrolyte imbalances; and pancreatic surgery increases the risk of diabetes.

Answer to Question 2

C