The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Admitted with Acute

question 74

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with acute abdominal pain.Laboratory values revealed elevated lipase and amylase levels.Which of the following would the nurse include in the patient's teaching? Select all that apply.

• A)"It is best for you to eat small, frequent meals."
• B)"Alcohol consumption contributes to the pain you were having, so you must avoid alcohol."
• C)"It is important for you to follow a low-fat diet to prevent future symptoms."
• D)"You must restrict your protein intake."
• E)"Limiting your fluid intake to 3 cups each day will help reduce the risk of complications."
• F)"You should have at least five to six servings of carbohydrate each day."