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What is the main purpose of a clear liquid diet?
What is the main purpose of a clear liquid diet?
- To prevent dehydration and reduce colonic residue (correct)
- To promote the return to normal food ingestion
- To provide nutrients and calories for an extended period
- To minimize the load of food needing digestion in the intestines
How long should the clear liquid diet typically be used without protein, calorie, vitamin, and mineral supplementation?
How long should the clear liquid diet typically be used without protein, calorie, vitamin, and mineral supplementation?
- 5 to 7 days
- More than 2 weeks
- 1 to 3 days (correct)
- 10 to 14 days
Which type of nutrients is a clear liquid diet inadequate in?
Which type of nutrients is a clear liquid diet inadequate in?
- Vitamins
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
- Proteins (correct)
When is a liquid diet usually prescribed?
When is a liquid diet usually prescribed?
What is the calorie range provided by energy-containing clear liquids served between meals?
What is the calorie range provided by energy-containing clear liquids served between meals?
Which type of diet should not be used for more than 24-48 hours?
Which type of diet should not be used for more than 24-48 hours?
What is the purpose of a clear liquid diet?
What is the purpose of a clear liquid diet?
When would a clear liquid diet be used as a dietary preparation?
When would a clear liquid diet be used as a dietary preparation?
In which situations is a clear liquid diet recommended?
In which situations is a clear liquid diet recommended?
What are some recommended food items on a clear liquid diet?
What are some recommended food items on a clear liquid diet?
When would you use a clear liquid diet to reintroduce foods?
When would you use a clear liquid diet to reintroduce foods?
What is the role of a clear liquid diet in preparing the bowel for surgery or gastrointestinal procedures?
What is the role of a clear liquid diet in preparing the bowel for surgery or gastrointestinal procedures?
