Question

a client has had a partial gastrectomy, and the nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions. the nurse would reinforce instructions to the client about the need for which supplements? select all that apply. answer options 1 antacid use 2 iron supplements 3 antibiotic therapy 4 calcium supplements 5 vitamin b12 injections

Explanation:

After partial gastrectomy, the stomach's ability to produce intrinsic - factor (which is necessary for vitamin B12 absorption) is reduced, so vitamin B12 injections are needed. Also, the reduced stomach surface area can affect iron and calcium absorption, thus iron and calcium supplements may be required. Antacids are not supplements and antibiotic therapy is not a supplement either.

Answer:

1. Iron supplements
2. Calcium supplements
3. Vitamin B12 injections