Nur529 exam 3 prep - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NEW UPDATE 2024 EXAM 3 – PREP NUR529 VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What is the gut microflora? A diverse bacterial community in the gut. What are the major functions of the gut microflora? Metabolic activities, trophic effects, and protection against pathogens. Why do the stomach and small intestine contain only a few species of bacteria? Due to acidic and propulsive luminal contents. What factors influence the colonization of the GI tract? Passage through birth canal, diet, neonat...