A patient who underwent surgery 24 hours ago is prescribed a clear liquid diet. The patient asks for something to drink. Which item may the nurse provide for the patient?
1) Tea with cream
2) Orange juice
3) Gelatin
4) Skim milk
Question 2
After instructing a mother about nutrition for a preschool-age child, which statement by the mother would indicate correct understanding of the topic?
1) I usually use dessert only as a reward for eating other foods.
2) I will hide vegetables in casseroles and stews to get my child to eat them.
3) I do not give my child snacks; they simply spoil his appetite for meals.
4) I know that lifelong food habits are developed during this stage of life.
Consequences of normal and inadequate iodine in the diet.
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