Cholelithiasis

Cholelithiasis ( 38 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a client who had cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis. The client asks when they can resume their normal diet. What is the appropriate response by the nurse?


Correct Answer: C

Choice A reason:

Resuming a normal diet immediately after surgery, especially if it is high in fat, can stress the digestive system and is not recommended after cholecystectomy.

Choice B reason:

Avoiding fatty foods for the first week after surgery is a general guideline, but clients should not limit their diet to this extent for an extended period.

Choice C reason:

This statement is correct. After cholecystectomy, clients can slowly reintroduce regular foods into their diet as tolerated. Gradually adding in more complex foods can help the body adjust to digestion without the gallbladder.

Choice D reason:

Continuing on a clear liquid diet for a few more days is not appropriate for a client who has already undergone cholecystectomy and has advanced past the initial post-operative phase.




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