If a Patient Experiences Malabsorption of Fat Resulting from an Impaired

question 18

Multiple Choice

If a patient experiences malabsorption of fat resulting from an impaired ability to produce adequate bile salts for micelle formation, how may fat absorption be improved?

• A)By increasing short-chain fatty acids in the diet
• B)By increasing medium-chain fatty acids in the diet
• C)By increasing long-chain fatty acids in the diet
• D)By restricting dietary intake of cholesterol

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Definitions:

Antagonistic

Characterized by opposition or hostility towards others, often resulting in conflict or resistance.

Acquiescent

Willing to accept or agree to something without protest or objection.

Ruthless

Showing no pity or compassion for others; harsh or merciless in pursuit of goals, often at the expense of others.

Agreeableness Dimension

A personality trait dimension characterized by qualities such as altruism, trust, kindness, affection, and other prosocial behaviors, used in psychological assessments to describe interpersonal tendencies.