A client has had a total gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Which one of the following is the most appropriate expected outcomes about nutrition
A.The client will learn to self-administer enteral feedings every 4 hours.
B.The client will maintain adequate nutrition through oral or parenteral feedings.
C.The client will regain any weight lost within 4 weeks of the surgical procedure.
D.The client will eat three full meals a day without experiencing gastric complications.
参考答案:B
解析:An appropriate expected outcome is for the client to maintain nutrition either through oral or total parenteral feedings. Oral and total parenteral nutrition may also be used concurrently.