Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A nurse is providing care for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery and is about to progress from a clear liquid diet to full liquids. Which of the following items should the nurse tell the client he may now request to have on his meal tray?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Skim milk. Skim milk is appropriate for a client transitioning from clear to full liquids post-abdominal surgery due to its low fat content, which is easier to digest. Chicken broth (B) may still be too heavy. Flavored gelatin (A) is usually considered part of a clear liquid diet. Cranberry juice (D) is acidic and may be too harsh.