Question

a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diverticulitis about preventing acute attacks. which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?

• foods high in vitamin c
• foods low in fat
• foods high in fiber
• foods low in calories

Explanation:

For a client with diverticulitis, preventing acute attacks involves dietary management. High - fiber foods help to promote regular bowel movements, which can reduce the risk of diverticulitis attacks. Foods high in vitamin C are not specifically related to preventing diverticulitis attacks. Foods low in fat and low in calories do not address the key dietary need for managing diverticulitis, which is related to bowel regularity through fiber intake.

Answer:

C. Foods high in fiber