Adequate Fluid and Nutrient Intake Is Essential Before Oral and Maxillofacial

question 18

Multiple Choice

Adequate fluid and nutrient intake is essential before oral and maxillofacial surgery.Patients who are malnourished as result of chronic disease are at increased risk because they are likely to be immunosuppressed.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) Both statements are false.
• C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
• D) The first statement is false; the second is true.

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Definitions:

Fundus

The upper part of an organ, often referring to the upper portion of the stomach or the uterus.

Pylorus

The part of the stomach that connects to the duodenum and acts as a valve to control the flow of partially digested food.

Stomach Mucosa

The inner lining of the stomach that contains glands producing gastric juice necessary for digestion.

Rugae

Folds or wrinkles found in the stomach lining, which allow it to expand when food enters.