Which Statement Is True of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth?

• A) The patient is exposed to the contaminated instruments during surgery.
• B) Cross-contamination of bacteria occurs from the colon to the small intestine.
• C) The colon is perforated, and bacteria enter the peritoneum.
• D) The surgical incision becomes infected because of bacterial overgrowth.
• E) The patient passes excess bacteria from the stomach to the small intestine.

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