Why can prescribing an expensive modified diet fail for an economically limited patient?
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Correct answer: The patient may be unable to follow the diet regularly because of its cost
A therapeutic diet is effective only when the patient can obtain, prepare, and consume it consistently. An expensive plan may be unaffordable, leading to skipped meals, substitutions that do not meet the prescription, or complete abandonment of the diet. Good planning considers income, local availability, cooking facilities, family resources, and affordable nutritionally equivalent foods.
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The patient may be unable to follow the diet regularly because of its cost
Why is this the correct answer?
A therapeutic diet is effective only when the patient can obtain, prepare, and consume it consistently. An expensive plan may be unaffordable, leading to skipped meals, substitutions that do not meet the prescription, or complete abandonment of the diet. Good planning considers income, local availability, cooking facilities, family resources, and affordable nutritionally equivalent foods.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. Topic: Regular diet and modified diets.
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