A patient is prescribed a low-residue diet. What foods should the nurse instruct the patient to avoid while on this diet?
1. wine, vinegar, beer, liquor
2. rice, grains, pasta
3. canned vegetables
4. chilled fruit gelatin desserts
Correct Answer: 1
Alcohol is not permitted on a low-residue diet. Foods allowed include rice, grains, pasta, canned vegetables, and chilled fruit gelatin desserts.
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