Which of the following would the nurse expect to see offered on a full liquid diet?
1. Custard
2. Pureed meats
3. Soft fresh fruit
4. Canned soup
ANS: 1
Custard is included in a full liquid diet. Pureed meats are allowed in a pureed diet, not a full liq-uid diet. Soft fresh fruit is not included in a full liquid diet. Fresh fruit is often part of a high-fiber diet. Cooked or canned fruits are allowed on a mechanical soft diet. Canned soup is not part of full liquid diet because it may contain noodles or rice or vegetables. Soups are allowed on a mechanical soft diet.
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