A family is meeting with the nurse to discuss their concern about their 78-year-old family member who is having difficulty chewing food. The client is refusing a pureed diet
Which of the following are examples of food the family can offer? Select all that apply. A) Ripe bananas D) Fried potatoes
B) Soft melon E) Roasted chicken
C) Cooked carrots
A, B, C
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Examples of fruits and vegetables that are easily consumed by people who have difficulty chewing include ripe bananas, baked winter squash, mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, baked apples, canned fruit, soft melon, citrus sections, and cooked carrots.
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