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LK is a 40 yo F s/p gastric resection 2 weeks ago due to a perforated ulcer from complicated PUD. Prior to her surgery, she was experiencing severe pain and upset stomach. She is now complaining of persistent diarrhea after she eats.
HT: 5’4”         WT: 170#       UBW: 187#
Usual intake: Diet: NPO
 AM  juice and fruit  
 Snack  toast with butter  
 Noon  half a tuna sandwich  
 Snack  granola bar, Gatorade  
 PM  mashed potatoes with gravy  
 Snack  ice cream  
 Labs:      
 Na: 151  Cl: 107  BUN: 8  Glucose: 140
 K: 3.5  CO2: 28  Cr: 1.1  

-Calculate and describe LK's % weight loss


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