Which nutrients are likely to be inadequately absorbed following gastric bypass surgery?
What will be an ideal response?
Vitamin B12, iron, and calcium—which are normally absorbed in the now-removed upper portion of the small intestine—can become inadequately absorbed after gastric bypass surgery.
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a. electrolytes b. secretions c. acids d. impulses
One possible side effect of treatment with orlistat is that:
a. weight loss may be too rapid. b. it may decrease absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. c. it may be addictive. d. it may cause constipation.
A vegetarian must be careful about intakes of:
a. vitamin C and vitamin A; they may be too high. b. iron and zinc; they may be too low. c. iron and zinc; they may be too high. d. vitamin C and vitamin A; they may be too low.
Which of the following contains the most alcohol per standard serving size?
A. Wine B. Beer C. Hard liquor D. They all contain approximately the same amount per typical serving