Which Statements Should the Nurse Include in a Presentation Related

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which statements should the nurse include in a presentation related to the general function of the gastrointestinal (GI) system for parents of pediatric clients? Select all that apply.

• A) "The GI tract is responsible for the ingestion and absorption of food."
• B) "Newborns have smaller stomachs but increased peristalsis."
• C) "All children require smaller, more frequent feedings."
• D) "Infants lack certain digestive enzymes which increases the risk for regurgitation."
• E) "By the second year of life a child is able to accommodate three meals each day."