The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic pancreatitis and a serum amylase level of 180 units/L. Which dietary plan should the nurse instruct the patient to follow?

Question

1. low residue, no alcohol
2. low fat, no alcohol
3. low fat, no fiber
4. mechanical soft

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 2
After the serum amylase level returns to normal, the patient experiencing pancreatitis should be instructed to consume a diet low in fat with no alcohol. A low-residue diet is prescribed for patients experiencing bowel disorders. Almost all patients should consume a low-fat diet, but most patients need increased fiber. A mechanical soft diet is reserved for the patient who needs to conserve energy or has a mouth or dentition disorder.