The nurse is planning the diet for the client who will be having a barium enema in two days for a suspected diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. What should be included in the diet?
1. There are no restrictions.
2. The client may have a full diet today and clear liquids tomorrow.
3. The client may have full liquids today and npo tomorrow.
4. The client may have clear liquids both today and tomorrow.
2. The client may have a full diet today and clear liquids tomorrow.
Rationale:
Prior to undergoing a barium enema, clients will be asked to follow a clear liquid diet for 24 hours before the examination. This restriction is needed to allow food to clear from the bowels.
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