Two Minerals Commonly Malabsorbed as a Consequence of Fat Malabsorption

question 34

Multiple Choice

Two minerals commonly malabsorbed as a consequence of fat malabsorption are:

• A)iron and selenium.
• B)zinc and manganese.
• C)calcium and magnesium.
• D)phosphorous and calcium.

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Definitions:

Bedpan

A receptacle used by bedridden patients for the collection of urine and feces when they are unable to use the bathroom.

Digital Removal

A medical procedure involving the manual extraction of feces from the rectum, often used in cases of severe constipation.

Fecal Impaction

Accumulation of hardened fecal material in the rectum or sigmoid colon.

Tap Water Enema

A procedure involving the introduction of tap water into the colon through the rectum to stimulate bowel movement and relieve constipation.