Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client about a low-residue diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: White rice. A low-residue diet aims to reduce fiber intake to ease digestion. White rice is low in fiber, making it suitable for this diet. Whole-grain bread (A) and raw carrots (D) are high in fiber and not recommended. Steamed broccoli (B) is also high in fiber.