What problem may occur if a semi-liquid diet is made too thin?
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Correct answer: It may lose its required thickness
A semi-liquid diet is designed to have a controlled, thick-but-flowable consistency. Adding too much water or other liquid changes its intended texture and may make it unsuitable for the patient’s swallowing plan. It can also reduce nutrient density and increase aspiration risk when thin liquids are unsafe.
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It may lose its required thickness
Why is this the correct answer?
A semi-liquid diet is designed to have a controlled, thick-but-flowable consistency. Adding too much water or other liquid changes its intended texture and may make it unsuitable for the patient’s swallowing plan. It can also reduce nutrient density and increase aspiration risk when thin liquids are unsafe.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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