Which should the nurse recommend to an older patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and no specific dietary restrictions or limitations?
A) Dairy products
B) Spicy foods and garlic
C) Green leafy vegetables
D) Low-carbohydrate and high-protein foods
B
Feedback:
Spicy foods and garlic are noted to open airway passages, whereas dairy products promote mucus production and should be avoided. Vegetables and low-carbohydrate, high-protein foods are not known to affect the airways.
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