Oral intake of nutrition is withheld during acute pancreatitis because:
a. there is lack of peristalsis during an acute attack.
b. only oral fluids with electrolytes can be tolerated.
c. NPO status is required for certain laboratory serum tests.
d. oral intake can stimulate release of increased pancreatic digestive enzymes.
Question 2
Which belief stated by a client who is lactose intolerant requires further teaching?
a. I know studies have shown that most persons with lactose intolerance can tolerate up to two cups of milk daily. I may start adding milk gradually with my meals.
b. If I don't drink milk, I can get vitamin D by including eggs, liver, butter and fortified cereals in my diet.
c. Non-dairy sources of calcium are foods like kale, mustard greens, parsley, watercress, and broccoli.
d. I can take a calcium supplement to meet my calcium needs. That should be as good as getting calcium from my diet.