A client who had gastric surgery reports dizziness and diarrhea 30 minutes after meals (dumping syndrome). Which teaching is best?

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B. Eat small frequent meals and separate liquids from solids — Dumping syndrome is reduced by small, frequent meals that are higher in protein/fat and by separating liquids from meals to slow gastric emptying; clients may also lie down after eating if advised.

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A. Drink liquids with meals to slow digestion

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C. Increase simple sugars for quick energy

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D. Lie flat immediately before meals