A patient who is taking zidovudine (Retrovir) reports diarrhea. Which dietary change should you suggest for this patient?
a. "Avoid fatty and fried foods."
b. "Increase your intake of fiber."
c. "Take an antacid 30 minutes before each meal."
d. "Restrict your intake of fluids to 1 L/day."
ANS: A
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