For patients with diverticulosis who are not experiencing active inflammation and infection, the recommended diet is
a. pureed.
b. low in fiber.
c. high in fiber.
d. high in protein.
C
For patients with diverticulosis who are not experiencing active inflammation and infection, the recommended diet is high in fiber to prevent straining during defecation. During acute episodes of inflammation and infection, oral intake may be withheld to allow bowel rest and gradually re-sumed as symptoms subside. A pureed diet, low-fiber diet, and high-protein diet are not used for patients with diverticulosis.
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