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Ms. S is a 40-year-old female admitted to the hospital with nausea and vomiting. She had a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass two months ago. She reports that her symptoms have been persistent for two weeks and she cannot keep any food down, not even Gatorade. She reports not taking any vitamin and mineral supplements recommended by the RD because "they taste bad."
Height: 5'4" Weight: 200# Diet: NPO
The dietitian writes a PES statement for Ms. S's condition. Which is an example of the etiology for this patient?
A. symptoms lasting two weeks
B. inadequate dietary intake
C. Roux en Y procedure two months ago
D. potential for electrolyte imbalance
E. decreased vitamin intake
Answer: C
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