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NCLEX-RN Exam - Topic 3 Question 20 Discussion
Actual exam question for
NCLEX's
NCLEX-RN exam
Question #: 20
Topic #: 3
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Topic #: 3
A client has a history of alcoholism. He is currently diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. The nurse would expect him to be on which type of diet?
Suggested Answer:
B
(A) A high-protein diet is contraindicated in hepatic disease. (B) High carbohydrates provide high-caloric content to prevent tissue catabolism. (C) A low-fat 2-g sodium diet is a cardiac diet; however, a low-fat diet would be beneficial. (D) A high-protein and high-fat diet is contraindicated in hepatic disease.
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