A nurse is discussing high-nutrient-density food selections with a client recovering from exten-sive partial-thickness burns. Which of the following statements by the client reflects the best un-derstanding of this dietary concept?
1. "I'll snack on things like sugar-free pudding and Jello."
2. "Fried chicken and potato salad are my favorite comfort foods."
3. "My wife has a wonderful recipe for low-calorie vegetable dip."
4. "It's a good thing that I really enjoy salads and whole wheat breads."
ANS: 4
High-nutrient-density foods, such as fruits and vegetables, provide a large number of nutrients in relationship to kilocalories. Low-nutrient-density foods, such as alcohol or sugar, are high in kil-ocalories but are nutrient poor. The remaining options mention low-calorie and comfort food; they are not really discussing high-nutrient-density foods.
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