Sixty-Four-Year-Old Jeffery Thomson Has Been Diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer

question 44

Multiple Choice

Sixty-four-year-old Jeffery Thomson has been diagnosed with esophageal cancer. He has experienced a 20-pound weight loss in the past 2 months due to decreased appetite and difficulty eating. He will begin cancer treatment in a week and is visiting with the registered dietitian for nutrition counseling. Mr. Thomson continues his cancer treatment and is scheduled for esophageal resection. What is a possible complication after surgery?

• A)reflux
• B)urinary incontinence
• C)inability to taste food
• D)dumping syndrome

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Definitions:

Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts

A contra-asset account used to estimate the portion of accounts receivable that may not be collected.

Trade Accounts

Accounts used to record transactions carried out on credit between businesses, typically involving the sale of goods and services.

Aging of Accounts Receivable

An accounting process that categorizes accounts receivable according to the length of time an invoice has been outstanding to manage and collect debts effectively.

Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts

A reserve set aside in the accounting books for debts that are expected not to be collected, reflecting realistic income figures.