The nurse is caring for an undernourished alcoholic patient. The nurse is helping the patient to select items from the menu. The patient's diet should ideally:
a. consist of at least 30% protein.
b. limit fat and cholesterol.
c. be limited to 2 g of sodium.
d. contain at least 50% carbohydrates.
D
The diet for the malnourished alcoholic patient should be high in protein and consist of at least 50% carbohydrates. There are no specific limitations for fat and cholesterol.
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