The physician of an alcoholic client places him on a low-protein, high-carbohydrate diet. When choosing his menu, the client’s best choice from the items below would be:
A. Liver and onions, macaroni and cheese, tea with sugar
B. Baked chicken, baked potato with bacon bits, milk
C. Waffles with butter and honey, orange juice
D. Cheese omelette with ham and mushrooms, milk
Correct Answer: C
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A, B, D) These foods are high in protein, which needs to be restricted. (C) Serum ammonia levels can be decreased by restricting dietary protein intake. Waffles, honey, and orange juice are high in carbohydrate and low or completely lacking in protein. Butter, a concentrated fat, will provide extra calories.
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