The nurse is caring for the client with infectious mononucleosis that has inflammation of the pharyngeal mucosa. What foods or liquids would be best to offer to this client?
A) A hot cup of milk
B) Vanilla pudding and iced tea
C) Tomato soup and hot herbal tea
D) Beef and broccoli stir fry and a soft drink
B
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Vanilla pudding and ice tea would be appropriate food for the nurse to offer. Soft, bland foods; cool liquids; and gargling with warm salt water are best for clients with inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa. Hot milk, tomato soup, hot tea, and beef and broccoli stir fry would not help with the inflammation of the pharynx.
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