As a patient who has undergone liver transplantation heals, a necessary transition is
a. increasing protein intake to replace pretransplantation losses.
b. restricting fluid and sodium intakes to prevent ascites.
c. generally eating less to avoid weight gain and chronic disease.
d. generally eating more to maintain body weight and muscle mass.
Answer: c. generally eating less to avoid weight gain and chronic disease.
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