The clinic nurse is teaching a group of HIV/AIDS clients about their disease process. They are discussing nutrition-related problems and how to control them. Which of the following are recommended for people with diarrhea? Select all that apply
A) Limiting food intake
B) Increasing fluid intake
C) Avoiding lactose
D) Increasing intake of foods rich in pectin
E) Drink liquids that are either hot or cold
B, C, D
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Individuals with diarrhea should try to drink at least one cup of liquid after each loose bowel movement as well as increase other fluid intake during the day. Eating foods with pectin tends to slow transit time and unless tolerance to lactose has been confirmed, limiting or avoiding milk may also be beneficial.
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