Four Weeks Post Gastric Resection Surgery, a Patient Is Experiencing

Four weeks post gastric resection surgery, a patient is experiencing cramping, nausea, and diarrhea within 10 minutes after eating. Suspecting that the patient may have dumping syndrome, what should the nurse suggest?

A) Increase protein in the diet.
B) Lie down for 30 minutes immediately after eating.
C) Eat frequent, small meals.
D) Reduce the amount of carbohydrates eaten daily.
E) Drink a glass of water prior to each meal.