Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)is an Inflammatory Disease of the Gastrointestinal Mucosa

question 16

Multiple Choice

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is an inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal mucosa.The signs of NEC are nonspecific.What are generalized signs and symptoms of this condition?

• A) Hypertonia,tachycardia,and metabolic alkalosis
• B) Abdominal distention,temperature instability,and grossly bloody stools
• C) Hypertension,absence of apnea,and ruddy skin color
• D) Scaphoid abdomen,no residual with feedings,and increased urinary output

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