Which nutritional intervention should be encouraged for a client with cirrhosis and steatorrhea?
a. Increasing the intake of polyunsaturated fat
b. Reducing kcalorie intake by 20%
c. Limiting vitamin B intake
d. Limiting fat intake and using MCT oil
d
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factors. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A primary function of the digestive system is the ________.
A. breakdown of food into nutrients B. transmission of nervous impulses C. production of red blood cells D. destruction of toxic metabolic by-products
A woman ate 1/2 of a pita bread sandwich filled with tuna salad. The entire sandwich contained 20 grams carbohydrate, 8 grams protein, and 5 grams fat. Approximately how many calories did she obtain?
a. 80 b. 130 c. 150 d. 160
Sylvia has a disease that blocks the delivery of bile and pancreatic amylase to her small intestine. Which of the following conditions is a sign or symptom of this disease?
A. Weight gain B. Chronic heartburn that's not relieved by antacids C. Frequent headaches D. Greasy stools that float