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Average Score: 73%
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The nurse is caring for a client with a history of pancreatitis. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse provide?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
A low-fat, high-protein diet supports pancreatic healing by minimizing pancreatic stimulation and providing nutrients for recovery. High-fat (A) or high-sodium (C) diets exacerbate pancreatitis, and low-protein (D) hinders tissue repair.