For a Client Who Has Achalasia, the Diet of Choice

question 40

Multiple Choice

For a client who has achalasia, the diet of choice is:

• A) enteral tube feeding.
• B) a normal well-balanced diet.
• C) low in fat and high in protein.
• D) nutrient-dense liquids and semisolid foods.

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Definitions:

Hayflick Limit

The number of times a human cell is capable of dividing into two new cells. The limit for most human cells is approximately 50 divisions, an indication that the lifespan is limited by our genetic program.

Cells

The basic structural, functional, and biological units of all living organisms, serving as the building blocks of life.

Divide

To separate or split something into parts or to share among several.

Universal Design

The creation of settings and equipment that can be used by everyone, whether or not they are able-bodied and sensory-acute.