Why is correct identification of a diet tray necessary in hospital?
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Correct answer: To prevent the wrong or unsuitable diet from being served to the wrong patient
Hospital diets are prescribed according to diagnosis, treatment, allergies, swallowing ability, and nutrient restrictions. Correct tray identification ensures that a low-salt, diabetic, liquid, texture-modified, or other therapeutic meal reaches the intended patient. Serving the wrong tray may interfere with treatment or cause harm. The primary purpose is safety, not cost or appearance, so option D is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To prevent the wrong or unsuitable diet from being served to the wrong patient
Why is this the correct answer?
Hospital diets are prescribed according to diagnosis, treatment, allergies, swallowing ability, and nutrient restrictions. Correct tray identification ensures that a low-salt, diabetic, liquid, texture-modified, or other therapeutic meal reaches the intended patient. Serving the wrong tray may interfere with treatment or cause harm. The primary purpose is safety, not cost or appearance, so option D is correct.
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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