The nurse reviews the functions of the gastrointestinal system for a patient with celiac disease. Which statement by the patient indicates that teaching has been effective?
A. "The stomach turns food into liquid so it can be digested."
B. "The stomach secretes sulfuric acid."
C. "The stomach begins the digestion of carbohydrates."
D. "The stomach begins the process of absorbing nutrients."
Answer: A
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