The healthcare provider has started the patient on a clear liquid diet. Which item should the nurse provide for the patient?
a. Orange juice
b. Ice cream
c. Cranberry juice
d. Vegetable juice
C
Cranberry juice is a suitable choice for a patient on a clear liquid diet because this product is made with juice, flavored water, and possibly a sweetener. It is possible to actually see through the liquid. Orange juice, vegetable juice, and ice cream are all dense liquids that the nurse cannot see through. They are suitable for a full liquid diet.
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