The Initial Diet Order for the Patient with Acute Pancreatitis

question 48

Multiple Choice

The initial diet order for the patient with acute pancreatitis should be:

• A)clear liquids.
• B)a fat-controlled diet.
• C)nothing by mouth.
• D)a regular diet.
• E)high-kcalorie diet.

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Definitions:

Hypoglossal Nerve

The twelfth cranial nerve, responsible for motor control of the tongue.

Olfactory Nerve

The first cranial nerve responsible for the sense of smell, transmitting sensory information from the nose to the brain.

Sacral Plexus

A network of nerves originating from the lower spine, providing motor and sensory nerves for the pelvis, buttocks, genitals, thighs, calves, and feet.

Sciatic Nerve

The largest nerve in the body, running from the lower back through the buttocks and down the legs, providing sensory and motor function.