Marc Jejune Is a 30-Year-Old Single Male Who Exercises and Follows

question 34

Multiple Choice

Marc Jejune is a 30-year-old single male who exercises and follows a healthy diet. His physician admits Marc to the medical-surgical unit for evaluation. At his doctor's appointment prior to his admission, he complained of poor appetite, constipation, nausea, and vomiting for 3 days. After surgery, Marc remains on ventilator support but his gut function is improving. The doctor should initiate ____.

• A)a soft diet
• B)a clear liquid diet
• C)an elemental tube feeding
• D)PPN

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Definitions:

Stressor

A factor or event that causes stress to an individual.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex, involved in the body's stress response as well as metabolism and immune function.

Saliva Samples

Samples of saliva collected for analysis or testing, often used in research to measure levels of hormones, drugs, or other substances in the body.

Vulnerability To Illness

The increased likelihood of developing health problems due to genetic, environmental, psychological, or behavioral factors.