Question

a nurse is updating the plan of care for a client who has celiac disease. which of the following dietary selections should the nurse recommend for the client? a. whole - wheat tortilla with black beans b. baked chicken and rice c. turkey and cheese sandwich d. pasta with marinara sauce

Explanation:

Clients with celiac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet, as gluten damages their intestinal lining. Gluten is found in wheat, barley, and rye products.

• Option A: Whole-wheat tortilla contains wheat (gluten), so it is unsafe.
• Option B: Baked chicken and rice are both naturally gluten-free and safe for this client.
• Option C: A sandwich typically uses wheat bread (gluten), so it is unsafe.
• Option D: Most traditional pasta is made from wheat (gluten), so it is unsafe.

Answer:

B. Baked chicken and rice