Patients with inflammatory bowel disease may benefit from a high-fiber diet during
a. acute episodes.
b. times of remission.
c. recovery from surgery.
d. preparation for surgery.
B
A high-fiber diet may help stimulate peristalsis during times of remission in patients with in-flammatory bowel disease. During acute episodes the diet should be low in fiber and should promote bowel rest. In general, the diet should be high calorie, high protein, and nutrient dense to compensate for malabsorption.
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