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erika

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Briefly discuss the complications that arise from poorly managed diabetes.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Which nutrients are likely to be inadequately absorbed following gastric bypass surgery?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Complications of diabetes can include cardiovascular disease, blindness, reduced circulation leading to amputations of limbs, kidney failure, nerve damage, tooth loss, and gum problems.

Answer to Question 2

Vitamin B12, iron, and calciumwhich are normally absorbed in the now-removed upper portion of the small intestinecan become inadequately absorbed after gastric bypass surgery.





 

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