Author Question: In clients with ostomies, specific foods can create odor problems. Which of the following foods are ... (Read 51 times)

Evvie72 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

In clients with ostomies, specific foods can create odor problems. Which of the following foods are odor-producing foods that clients with ostomies should avoid? Select all that apply.

A) Applesauce B) Buttermilk C) Eggs D) Peas E) Asparagus

Question 2

The nurse is helping a client plan menu choices. The client is currently recovering from dehydration from severe diarrhea. The client laboratory results showed hyponatremia and hypokalemia on admission.

The client is now eating but refusing to eat bananas. The nurse suggests which of the following as a possible alternative? A) Blueberries B) Pears C) Strawberries D) Cantaloupe

matt95 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C, D, E
Feedback:
Individuals with ostomies should avoid foods that cause odor and/or gas, such as alcohol, asparagus, dried peas and beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, eggs, and fish.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
High potassium foods include bananas, apricot nectar, orange juice, avocado, canned apricots and peaches, cantaloupe, papaya, potatoes, tomato juice, and yogurt.