A patient has a condition that makes it difficult to absorb nutrients from food. Which organ is most likely affected by the condition?(1 point)

Responses

stomach
stomach

large intestine
large intestine

esophagus
esophagus

small intestine

1 answer

The organ most likely affected by a condition that makes it difficult to absorb nutrients from food is the small intestine. The small intestine is primarily responsible for the absorption of nutrients and any issues with it can significantly impact nutrient absorption.