The client who has had a gastric bypass surgery asks the nurse, “Why do I need to take vitamin B12 injections?” Which statement is the nurse’s best response? 1. “You have pernicious anemia, and the...

The client who has had a gastric bypass surgery asks the nurse, “Why do I need to take vitamin B12 injections?” Which statement is the nurse’s best response?

1. “You have pernicious anemia, and the injections will cure the problem.”

2. “Your body cannot absorb the vitamin from the food you eat.”

3. “Since the surgery you cannot eat enough food to get the amount you need.”

4. “You will need to take the injections daily until your body begins to make B12.”