On Assessing a Client with a Gastrointestinal Disorder,the Nurse Finds

question 11

Multiple Choice

On assessing a client with a gastrointestinal disorder,the nurse finds steatorrhea,abdominal distension,and muscle wasting.The primary health-care provider prescribes corticosteroid therapy for the client.Which instructions does the nurse provide to effectively manage the condition?

• A)Reduce alcohol ingestion
• B)Reduce coffee consumption
• C)Avoid fiber-containing foods
• D)Avoid gluten-containing foods

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