Nutrition - 19301

The nurse is teaching a client how to follow a clear liquid diet.

Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply.

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A. "I can have clear hard candy."

B. "I am able to add sugar into my iced tea."

C. "I am able to add creamer in my coffee as long as it is unflavored."

D. "I am able to have gelatin as dessert."

E. "I am only allowed to have cola that is caffeine free.

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Difficulty level - Medium

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Time taken - 23 s

Subject/Lesson

• Subject

  Nutrition

• Lesson

  Nutrition

Client Need

• Test Plan

  Basic Care and Comfort

• Related Topic

  Nutrition and Oral Hydration

Item Type

• Item Type

  Knowledge/Comprehension

Explanation

Choice A is correct. This statement is accurate. Clear hard candy is part of a clear liquid diet. Clear hard candy is acceptable because it is a clear liquid when melted.

Choice B is correct. Food additives such as sugar and salt are not restricted on a clear liquid diet. The client may sweeten their drinks to taste.

Choice D is correct. Gelatin is an appropriate dietary item on a clear liquid diet. The gelatin should not contain any fruit.

Choice C is incorrect. Creamer (flavored or unflavored) is excluded from a clear liquid diet. The client adding creamer to their coffee would make it a full-liquid diet.

Choice E is incorrect. This statement is not correct because cola is not permitted in a clear liquid diet regardless of whether it is caffeinated or decaffeinated.

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Last Updated - 08 Oct 2025