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| Food that is in a liquid state at body temperature includes; clear juices, broth, gelatin and popsicles |
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| Food that is in a liquid state at body temperature includes;all clear liquids as well as cream soups, milk and ice cream |
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| Food that is soft in texture and consists of soft or chopped foods that are easier to chew and swallow |
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| To chop, blend or grind food into a thick paste of baby food consistency. Not required to chew this food. Intended for people with extreme difficulty chewing or swallowing. |
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| Salt is restricted when preparing food and forbidden to be added at the table. Intended for patients with high BP, heart disease or kidney diseas. Common abbreviation is Low Na or NAS (No added salt) |
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| A patient with difficulty regulating their fluid balance due to heart or kidney disease may be ordered this diet. All fluids must be strictly measured and recorded, they can not go over the daily required amount.Do not give addidtional fluids to this individual |
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| Calories and charbohydrates are carefully controlled on this diet. It is important that they eat all that is served to them. Do not offer extra food without permission of the nurse.They must avoid foods that are high in sugar. |
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