A client has been prescribed a clear liquid diet. What food or ...

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A client has been prescribed a clear liquid diet. What food or fluids will be served?
 
  A) Milk, frozen dessert, egg substitutes
  B) High-calorie, high-protein supplements
  C) Hot cereals, ice cream, chocolate milk
  D) Jell-O, carbonated beverages, apple juice

Question 2

A nurse is feeding a client. Which of the following statements would help a person maintain dignity while being fed?
 
  A) I am going to feed you your cereal first, and then your eggs.
  B) I wish I had more time so I could feed you all of your meal.
  C) I know you don't like me to feed you, but you need to eat.
  D) What part of your dinner would you like to eat first?

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Clear liquid diets contain only foods that are clear liquids at room or body temperature. Included are gelatin, fat-free broth, bouillon, ice pops, clear juices, carbonated beverages, regular and decaffeinated coffee, and tea. A full liquid diet includes all fluids and foods that become liquid at room temperature. This would include ice cream, chocolate milk, and liquid dietary supplements.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
The loss of independence that comes with the inability to self-feed can be a severe blow to a person's self-esteem. Asking the person his or her preference regarding the order of items eaten can help maintain dignity while being fed.

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