1. A patient who is scheduled for repair of inguinal hernia has a history of obesity, smoker’s cough and heavy lifting following a previous inguinal repair. Based on the history, the MOST likely cause for the herniation is: a.Obesity b.Intestinal obstruction c.Failure of resected muscles in previous operations to heal properly d.Chronic cough and heavy lifting

1. A patient who is scheduled for repair of inguinal hernia has a history of obesity, smoker’s cough and heavy lifting following a previous inguinal repair. Based on the history, the MOST likely cause for the herniation is: a.Obesity b.Intestinal obstruction c.Failure of resected muscles in previous operations to heal properly d.Chronic cough and heavy lifting

Ebk:Nutrition & Diet Therapy

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ISBN:9780357391747

Author:DEBRUYNE

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Chapter18: Fiber-modified Diets For Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

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