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scienceeasy · **on:** Aug 21, 2018

Discuss the dietary interventions to help decrease nausea and vomiting.

Question 2

Jacki, who has a sedentary lifestyle, is 5'5 tall and weighs 165 pounds. She calculated her BMI to be 27.5. She recognizes that her body weight is unhealthy and vows to improve her eating habits and begin a regular program of physical fitness. Her goal is to achieve a BMI of 22. Approximately how much weight (pounds) must she lose?
A) 21
B) 27
C) 33
D) 41

enass · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Sometimes nausea can be prevented or improved with dietary measures. To minimize stomach distention, patients should consume small meals and drink beverages between meals rather than during a meal. Dry, starchy foods such as toast, crackers, and pretzels may help to reduce nausea, whereas fatty or spicy foods and foods with strong odors may worsen symptoms. Foods that are cold or at room temperature may be better tolerated than hot foods. Individuals often have strong food aversions when nauseated, and tolerances vary greatly.

Answer to Question 2

C