A client diagnosed with cirrhosis and ascites is receiving discharge instructions. The nurse is discussing dietary restrictions. The nurse instructs the client to avoid:
1. Cheese.
2. Raw apple.
3. Broccoli.
4. Pasta.
Cheese.
Rationale: The client with cirrhosis should avoid processed foods, such as cheese, canned soups, packaged meats, and so forth. This client can eat raw fruit, vegetables, and pasta because the dietary restrictions will involve sodium and fluids, as well-high protein foods, particularly as client becomes more advanced.
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