Which of the following is not a nutritional goal for the management of a cystic fibrosis patient?

a. Maximize nutritional intake.
b. Meet clinical and psychological needs.
c. Avoid caloric dense foods.
d. Encourage mineral and vitamin supple-mentation.


d. Encourage mineral and vitamin supple-mentation.

ANS: C
All of the following are nutritional goals for the management of a cystic fibrosis patient, except: Use of calorically dense nutritional supplements consumed throughout the day have proved use-ful in achieving weight gain.

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