A client is hospitalized during an acute exacerbation of symptoms related to Crohn's. The nurse shows an understanding of the need for bowel rest by discussing with the client that he:
1. Will be receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
2. Will be getting only a soft diet until the diarrhea subsides.
3. Should select foods that are high in potassium.
4. May find a high-calorie, low-fat, high-fiber diet helpful.
Will be receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
Rationale: During an acute exacerbation of IBD, particularly Crohn's disease, the patient is allowed no food taken orally. During this period of "bowel rest," total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is usually prescribed.
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