A nurse is suggesting a dietary plan to a client who sustained a stab wound to his upper chest. What are the nursing considerations to be kept in mind while recommending a dietary plan that promotes wound healing?
A) Avoid a high-caloric diet.
B) Consume a low-protein diet.
C) Drink adequate fluids.
D) Avoid citrus fruits.
C
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Adequate fluids should be consumed to maintain adequate skin hydration. A high-calorie and high-protein diet, not a diet low in calories and protein, should be recommended for promoting wound healing. Citrus fruits should be consumed and not avoided because they have a high content of vitamin C, which promotes wound healing.
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