The spouse is concerned that the client in labor will be hungry since the last time any food was eaten was several hours ago
What should the nurse explain as effects of the labor process on the client's gastrointestinal system? Select all that apply. 1. Reduced gastric motility
2. Increased gastric volume
3. Increased gastric motility
4. Reduced absorption of food
5. Prolonged gastric emptying time
1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. During labor gastric motility is reduced.
2. During labor gastric volume remains increased regardless of the time of the last meal.
3. Gastric motility is decreased, not increased.
4. During labor absorption of solid food is reduced.
5. During labor gastric emptying time is prolonged.
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