Which statement describes the jejunum?
A. It is directly attached to the large intestine.
B. It forms the majority of the small intestine.
C. It is the beginning of the small intestine.
D. It is C-shaped and short.
E. It passes food on to the duodenum.
B. It forms the majority of the small intestine.
The jejunum is coiled and forms the majority of the small intestine.
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A) explain to family members why you are feeling the patient's abdomen. B) find out if the patient has a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. C) inform the patient that you will be pressing on her abdomen. D) determine if the patient has a history of respiratory disease.
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