A client recovering from a kidney transplant is not on a protein-restricted diet. What should the nurse consider as the reason for this dietary change?
a. A regular diet should be followed
b. A change in diet may discourage eating
c. Restriction can result in protein catabolism
d. A high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet is recommended
c. Restriction can result in protein catabolism
The physiological stress of surgery and the additional nutritional needs to promote healing result in an increased need for calories and protein following kidney transplantation. There is a high prevalence of malnutrition among clients with chronic kidney disease, and efforts should be made to promote healthy eating and a balanced diet that includes adequate amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and fats even if this is a change from the usual diet.
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