After teaching a client who has a history of cholelithiasis, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which menu selection made by the client indicates the client clearly understands the dietary teaching?

a. Lasagna, tossed salad with Italian dressing, and low-fat milk
b. Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, and coffee with cream
c. Cream of potato soup, Caesar salad with chicken, and a diet cola
d. Roasted chicken breast, baked potato with chives, and orange juice


ANS: D
Clients with cholelithiasis should avoid foods high in fat and cholesterol, such as whole milk, butter, and fried foods. Lasagna, low-fat milk, grilled cheese, cream, and cream of potato soup all have high levels of fat. The meal with the least amount of fat is the chicken breast dinner.

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