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11 years ago
Which of these patient observations is the most reliable indicator that a patient has the correct understanding of the functions of the stomach? “My stomach is useful for
1. beginning the process of absorption of nutrients.”
2. turning food into liquid so it can be digested.”
3. beginning the digestion of carbohydrates.”
4. for secreting sulfuric acid.”
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11 years ago
2 -- In the stomach food continues to be turned to liquid so that it may ultimately be absorbed into the blood stream. The process of absorption begins in the small intestine. The start of carbohydrate digestion occurs in the mouth. The stomach secretes hydrochloride, not sulfuric acid.
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