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imowrer

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Describe why mineral oil should not be used as a laxative.

Question 2

If the client begins to choke while being fed, what is the first action to take?
 A) help the client sit up straighter
  B) offer water to wash down the food
  C) go look for help
  D) suction the client



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Answer to Question 1

Mineral oil is not absorbed by humans. The oil picks up fat-soluble vitamins and carries them through the colon. The body is not able to absorb the vitamins.

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imowrer

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Reply 2 on: Aug 19, 2018
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