A patient reports dumping syndrome after a partial gastrectomy. What does the healthcare professional teach this patient?
A)Eat small, frequent high-protein meals.
B)This will need surgical correction.
C)Take antacids 30 min before meals.
D)Drink plenty of water with your meals.

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Most individuals with the dumping syndrome respond well to dietary management. Small, frequent high protein, low carbohydrate meals are best tolerated. Fluids should be consumed between meals, not with them. Surgery is sometimes needed but only in cases that cannot otherwise be controlled. Antacids will not help this condition.

A Patient Reports Dumping Syndrome After a Partial Gastrectomy