The nurse explains that ___________, the chief enzyme of gastric ...

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The nurse explains that ___________, the chief enzyme of gastric juice, is activated by hydrochloric acid to begin digestion of protein.
 
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Question 2

The home health nurse is caring for a patient who has frequent abdominal pain and diarrhea. The nurse uses the Rome Criteria to direct assessment for irritable bowel syndrome. What is included in the Rome Criteria? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Discomfort at least 3 days a month
  b. Blood in stool
  c. Pain relieved by defecation
  d. Excessive flatulence
  e. Nausea and vomiting associated with onset
  f.
  Onset associated with change in stool consistency or frequency

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Answer to Question 1

pepsin

Pepsin is activated by the hydrochloric acid to break down protein for digestion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, F
The Rome Criteria include that the patient experience discomfort at least 3 days a month within the last 3 months, pain relieved by defecation, onset associated with change in stool frequency, and onset in association with a change in stool appearance. Although increased flatus is associated with diverticulitis, it is not part of the Rome Criteria.