Adriana states that she experiences acid reflux, which is associated with her di

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Adriana states that she experiences acid reflux, which is associated with her diagnosis of GERD (a digestive disorder). Adriana feels nauseated and actually vomits sometimes after eating. Adriana made the comment that she is worried that her condition will cause her stomach to not absorb the nutrients that she needs. Which of the following would be the most definitive correction of her statement?

a. Most of the body’s nutrients are absorbed in the large intestine. b. Most of the body’s nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine. c. Most of the body’s nutrients are absorbed in the liver. d. Most of the body’s nutrients are absorbed in the mouth

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(B) Most of the body's nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine. The small intestine has three sections: duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. The maximum absorption of nutrients occurs in duodenum and jejunum. The walls of the small intestine are densely folded which maximizes the surface area for absorption of nutrients.  

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