A patient scheduled for surgery asks if any changes should be made to the diet before the operation occurs. What nutrients should the nurse suggest the patient ingest prior to the operative procedure? (Select all that apply.)
a. Zinc
b. Protein
c. Vitamin C
d. Vitamin E
e. Magnesium
ANS: A, B, C
Patients should be well nourished to adequately heal and recover from surgery. Higher levels of protein (tissue repair and healing), vitamin C (collagen formation), and zinc (tissue growth, skin integrity, and cell-mediated immunity) are required. D. E. Vitamin E and magnesium are not identified as nutrients that specifically aid in wound healing or recovery from surgery.
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