Vignette #1 Sue and Juan Are Newlyweds, and Sue Is

question 78

Multiple Choice

Vignette #1 Sue and Juan are newlyweds, and Sue is taking a nutrition course at the local college. She wants to apply the principles that she has learned. Juan is currently a bit overweight and rarely eats a balanced diet. Sue notices that he usually has gas after meals, especially when dairy is present. Lately, he has also been complaining about constipation. Let's see what you can do to assist Sue in her efforts to analyze Juan's digestive problems.
Juan frequently acquires the hiccups. What is a common cause for this ailment?

• A) Swallowing air
• B) Sphincter muscle spasms
• C) Eating beans and cruciferous vegetables
• D) Drinking hot beverages
• E) Consuming a glass of wine

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