An older patient with intermittent diarrhea has been advised to ...

[dakota nelson]

An older patient with intermittent diarrhea has been advised to increase the amount of soluble fiber in the diet. What should the nurse suggest to this patient?
 
  1. Use Metamucil as prescribed.
  2. Restrict the intake of oranges.
  3. Limit eating frozen vegetables.
  4. Do not eat the peels of apples or pears.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching an older patient with diverticulitis on foods that could precipitate a painful attack. How should the nurse instruct this patient?
 
  1. Avoid foods with seeds.
  2. Restrict the intake of high fiber foods.
  3. Limit the intake of eggs and dairy products.
  4. Eat whole grains with sesame seeds for added protein.

[Tonny]

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Soluble fiber (Metamucil) adds bulk to the stool and is sometimes helpful to slow bowel movements in people requiring bulk.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The patient should be instructed to avoid foods that precipitate painful attacks such as foods with seeds like popcorn, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds. These seeds can become trapped in the diverticula and trigger an infection and inflammatory response.

[dakota nelson]

Thank you

[Tonny]

Happy to help you