Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a prescription for a full liquid diet. The nurse enters the client's room to find he has just received a dietary tray. Which of the following items on the tray should the nurse remove?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Scrambled eggs. A full liquid diet consists of clear liquids and foods that are liquid at room temperature. Scrambled eggs are not considered part of a full liquid diet as they are not liquid at room temperature. Apple juice, cream of rice cereal, and vanilla yogurt are all appropriate choices for a full liquid diet as they are in liquid form or become liquid when consumed. Removing the scrambled eggs ensures the client follows the prescribed diet for optimal recovery.