Author Question: Dumping syndrome after a Billroth II procedure occurs when high-carbohydrate foods are ingested over ... (Read 64 times)

mckennatimberlake · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Dumping syndrome after a Billroth II procedure occurs when high-carbohydrate foods are ingested over a period of less than 20 minutes. A nursing measure that will prevent or minimize dumping syndrome is to administer the feeding

a. by bolus to prevent continuous intestinal distention.
b. with large amounts of fluids to maintain hydration.
c. high in carbohydrates and protein.
d. in six small daily meals high in protein and fat.

Question 2

Which of the following is a normal reflex profile for an elderly patient?

A) Knee: normal; arm: absent; abdomen: absent
B) Knee: normal; arm: reduced; abdomen: absent
C) Knee: reduced; arm: normal; abdomen: reduced
D) Knee: reduced; arm: reduced; abdomen: absent

zoeyesther · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Treatment for dumping syndrome includes eating six small meals daily that are high in protein and fat and low in carbohydrates. Fluids should be avoided during meals.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Reflexes are lessened in the arms, are nearly totally lost in the abdomen, but are maintained in the knee.