A 6-year-old child has acute diarrhea from taking an antibiotic for a respiratory infection. Which of the following foods would the nurse teach the mother is appropriate to prevent diarrhea and dehydration?
A) Yogurt
B) Canned soda
C) Undiluted grape juice
D) Jell-O
Ans: A
Feedback: Recommended foods are starches, cereals, yogurt, fruits, and vegetables. Children who normally eat semisolid or solid food should have that food offered. Foods that are high in simple sugars, such as undiluted grape juice, canned soda, or gelatin should be avoided.
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