A client with chronic pancreatitis is prescribed enteral nutritional supplements with a polymeric formula. For which reason should the nurse question this prescription?

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Clients with chronic pancreatitis may have malabsorption problems and benefit from formulas that contain predigested nutrients. Isotonic formulas are less likely to cause diarrhea than hypertonic formulas. Modular formulas are not designed to fully meet daily nutritional requirements. Polymeric formulas contain macronutrients that are intact and require the presence of digestive enzymes to be fully digested.

A Client with Chronic Pancreatitis Is Prescribed Enteral Nutritional Supplements