The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient about appropriate diet modifications to help prevent exacerbations of inflammatory bowel disease. The nurse evaluates teaching as effective by which of the following patient statements?
(Select all that apply.)
a. "I should increase my intake of fresh fruits and vegetables."
b. "It is important to eat more whole grains and bran."
c. "I should avoid caffeine and spicy fiber foods."
d. "I should avoid concentrated sweets and starches."
e. "Milk and other dairy products should be limited in my diet."
f. "High-fiber foods should not be included in my diet."
ANS: C, E, F
High-fiber foods, caffeine, spicy foods, and milk products are avoided with inflammatory bowel disease.
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