The nurse is caring for a 21-year-old female with intractable nausea and vomiting. She asks the nurse what can cause nausea and vomiting like she is experiencing
The nurse explains that there can be many causes for intractable nausea and vomiting, including which of the following? A) Intestinal polyps
B) Gallbladder disease
C) Consumption of spicy foods
D) An increase in digestive enzyme production
B
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Nausea and vomiting can be related to a number of situations including gallbladder disorders.
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Which of the following is an example of a site where patient care is delivered?
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