Which of the following clients, who have undergone a major surgery to repair a "leaking" colon with associated peritonitis, is most likely to experience enhanced wound healing as a result of his or her presurgery diet history? A client who:
A) Eats a high-calorie diet and large amounts of red meat
B) Is a vegetarian and who eats organic foods when possible
C) Practices carefully calorie control and who avoids animal fats
D) Is receiving total parenteral nutrition due to recurrent nausea
Ans: A
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Protein is important for many aspects of wound healing, including control of the inflammatory phase, fibroblast function, collagen and protein matrix synthesis, angiogenesis, and wound remodeling. A diet that is high in both calories and protein is known to enhance wound healing.
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