The nurse is providing dietary instruction to a patient with hemorrhoids. Which of the following breakfast options is the best option for a patient with hemorrhoids?
A) Cheese omelet and coffee
B) Raisin bran cereal and an apple
C) A bagel with cream cheese and hot tea
D) Blueberry pancakes and milk
Ans: B
Feedback: Hemorrhoid symptoms and discomfort may be relieved by good personal hygiene and by avoiding excessive straining during defecation. A high-residue diet that contains fruit and bran along with increased fluid intake may be all the treatment necessary to promote the passage of soft, bulky stools and prevent straining for a patient with hemorrhoids.
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