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Certified Gastroenterology RN Exam Prep

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A nurse reviews information about different therapeutic diets. The nurse knows that which of the following statements is inaccurate?

  1. "A low-residue diet includes foods high in carbohydrates, but excludes raw fruits, seeds, and whole grains"
  2. "A low-purine diet discourages the intake of fish like anchovies, gravies, meat extracts, organ meats, and glandular meats"
  3. "A high-calorie diet includes foods high in protein"
  4. "A diet for a client with symptomatic diverticular disease includes foods high in fiber, and excludes gas-forming foods"
Explanation

Answer: D - A diet for clients with symptomatic diverticular disease excludes foods high in fiber, as it is irritating to the bowel. Gas-forming foods like broccoli, figs, and cabbage are avoided as they are known to increase pressure on the bowel's weak spots, causing gradual development of diverticula. The other options are accurate.

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