A patient has insufficient pancreatic enzyme secretion and passes bulky, greasy stools. Which nutrient is most poorly digested?
Correct answer: B. Fat
- A. Protein
- B. Fat
- C. Starch
- D. Water
Explanation
Pancreatic lipase is essential for fat digestion, so pancreatic insufficiency commonly causes greasy, bulky stools called steatorrhea. Protein and starch digestion can also be affected, but fat malabsorption is usually most obvious.
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