A nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from a partial gastrectomy. The client notes abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea around 45 minutes postprandial. Which of the following does the nurse know to be true? Select all that apply.
A) The client is experiencing late dumping syndrome.
B) The client is experiencing hypoglycemia.
C) The client may be treated with acarbose.
D) The client should lie down for around 45 minutes after meals.
E) The client should decrease intake of very hot foods.
B) The client is experiencing hypoglycemia.
C) The client may be treated with acarbose.
D) The client should lie down for around 45 minutes after meals.
E) The client should decrease intake of very hot foods.
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