Which of the following statements should the nurse use to best describe a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) to a client?
A. "This diet can be used when there is close medical supervision."
B. "This is a long-term treatment measure that assists obese people who can’t lose weight."
C. "The VLCD consists of solid food items that are pureed to facilitate digestion and absorption."
D. "A VLCD contains very little protein."
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