Patient teaching in the management of dumping syndrome following a gastrectomy for cancer of the stomach includes which of the following topics? Select all that apply.

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Patient teaching in the management of dumping syndrome following a gastrectomy for cancer of the stomach includes which of the following topics?  Select all that apply.

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- Consuming small, frequent meals helps to manage the volume of food intake, which can mitigate symptoms of dumping syndrome.- Positioning in a semi-recumbent position after meals can slow the transit of food from the stomach to the intestines, reducing symptoms.- Anticholinergics and antispasmodics can help to decrease gastrointestinal motility and manage symptoms.

Patient Teaching in the Management of Dumping Syndrome Following a Gastrectomy