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a client is recovering from gastric surgery. toward what goal should the nurse progress the client’s enteral intake?

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Answer:

Six small meals daily with 120 mL fluid between meals

Step-by-step explanation:

After the return of bowel sounds and removal of the nasogastric tube, the nurse may give fluids, followed by food in small portions. Foods are gradually added until the client can eat six small meals a day and drink 120 mL of fluid between meals.

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