The nurse is reviewing dietary recommendations with a patient recovering from an acute episode of diverticular disease
The nurse identifies which topics for inclusion in the discussion? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Incorporating both soluble and insoluble fiber into the daily diet
2. Including raisins in the diet as a good source of iron to offset poor iron absorption
3. Ingesting at least 25 to 30 grams of fiber daily, as recommended for adults
4. Eating oatmeal-based cereals as breakfast and snack foods
5. Avoiding foods such as nuts or strawberries
1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: Once the acute phase has passed, dietary recommendations include eating a diet high in both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Rationale 2: For patients recovering from acute diverticular disease, foods containing small seeds, nuts, and foods with skins such as raisins are restricted because they may become lodged in a diverticulum and cause inflammation and an exacerbation of diverticulitis.
Rationale 3: The recommended fiber consumption for the general public of the United States is 25 to 30 grams and should be stressed for the person with diverticular disease.
Rationale 4: Oatmeal is a high-fiber food recommended for patients with diverticular disease.
Rationale 5: For patients recovering from acute diverticular disease, foods containing small seeds, nuts, and foods with skins such as grapes are restricted because they may become lodged in a diverticulum and cause inflammation and an exacerbation of diverticulitis.
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