A patient admitted with diverticulitis is being prepared for discharge from the hospital. The nurse is providing patient teaching related to dietary considerations. The nurse will instruct the patient to consume a diet that is:
A) High in fiber and low in fat
B) High in fiber and high in fat
C) Low in fiber and low in fat
D) Low in fiber and high in fat
Ans: A
Feedback: Initially, the diet for diverticulitis is clear liquids until the inflammation subsides; then, a high-fiber, low-fat diet is recommended.
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