The nurse is caring for a patient of Mexican American descent who is experiencing diarrhea. Which foods should the nurse expect the patient to select for the next day's meals? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fish
b. Beef
c. Cheese
d. Chicken
e. Fresh Fruit
ANS: A, D, E
Diarrhea is considered a hot disease and would be treated by eating cold foods such as fish, chicken, and fresh fruit. B. C. These food items are considered hot substances, used to treat cold health problems.
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