L.S. is a 60-year-old female patient who is recovering from surgery for a small bowel obstruction. She returns to her surgeon for a postoperative visit and the removal of staples from the incision. The surgeon notes that the wound is healing; however, it is slow in its progression, and the surgeon decides to remove only half of the staples at this time. The surgeon questions L.S. about her dietary intake, and she tells the physician she “really does not like protein.” The surgeon suggests that L.S. must increase her protein intake and suggests she begin drinking two bottles of Ensure each day.1. How will Ensure help promote wound healing?2. What side effects of Ensure should be included in the patient teaching for L.S.?
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