A client is scheduled to undergo gastric bypass surgery. Which structures does the nurse include in a discussion about accessory organs of digestion?

Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Salivary glands
2. Liver
3. Stomach
4. Gallbladder
5. Pancreas


Correct Answer: 1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: The salivary glands are considered an accessory organ of digestion.
Rationale 2: The liver is an accessory organ of digestion.
Rationale 3: The stomach is not an accessory organ of digestion.
Rationale 4: The gallbladder is an accessory organ of digestion.
Rationale 5: The pancreas is an accessory organ of digestion.
Global Rationale: The accessory organs of digestion include the teeth, tongue, salivary glands, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver. The stomach is not considered an accessory organ.

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