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Mr. Rogelio Martinez is a healthy 79-year-old, retired factory worker. His past medical history includes arthritis and irregular bowel movements. His wife urges him to go to the emergency department of the local hospital after three episodes of blood in his stool. Six months have passed and Mr. Martinez is back in the hospital to have his colon reconnected. After recovery, what type of diet should he follow to ensure regular bowel movements?
 A) clear liquid
  B) bland
  C) low residue
  D) high fiber

Question 2

What is a feature of gastric surgery for the treatment of clinically severe obesity?
 A) Weight regain almost never occurs.
  B) Surgery is always an irreversible medical procedure.
  C) Gastric surgery is less effective than traditional liposuction.
  D) Gastric surgery diminishes the amount of food that can be eaten without GI distress.



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D



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