The nurse is finished conducting nutritional education with a patient about the DASH (dietary approaches to stop hypertension) diet. The patient would like to complete the breakfast menu for tomorrow
Which foods offered for breakfast would be most appropriate for the patient to choose? (Select all that apply.)
a. Grapefruit
b. Bacon
c. Whole milk
d. Orange juice
e. Eggs
f. Oatmeal
ANS: A, D, F
The DASH eating plan includes a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy and other foods. Grapefruit, orange juice, and oatmeal would be appropriate choices. Bacon, whole milk, and eggs would not be appropriate for a person on the DASH diet.
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