A postsurgical client is recovering in hospital following bowel surgery. The client's family is eager to bring him some of his favorite foods to make his stay more pleasant and has asked the nurse whether this practice is acceptable
The client is currently on a clear liquid diet, which will be changed as the client tolerates intake. What food item is currently acceptable within this hospital diet? A) Black tea
B) Skim milk
C) Cream of chicken soup
D) Tomato juice
A
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Milk, cream soup, and tomato juice are acceptable in a full liquid diet but not in a clear liquid diet. Tea is an acceptable component of a clear liquid diet.
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