ANCC Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Prep

Answer - A - Clients experiencing dumping syndrome should be advised to ingest liquids between meals rather than with meals (Choice B) or any time they desire (Choice C). Taking fluids between meals allows for adequate hydration, reduces the amount of bulk ingested with meals, and aids in preventing rapid gastric emptying. Six small meals rather than three large meals, as well as resting after eating, are also measures used to prevent the occurrence of symptoms, which usually disappear over time. There is no need to restrict the quantity of fluids (Choice D), just the timing.