In the First Few Weeks After a Gastrectomy, the Recommended

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the first few weeks after a gastrectomy, the recommended diet is:

• A) parenteral nutrition until the stomach has healed.
• B) small, frequent meals that can be easily digested.
• C) clear liquids served at room temperature.
• D) full liquids served cold.

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