Question

The mechanical soft diet is appropriate for patients who are recovering from--
a. Head and Neck surgery
b. Hand surgery
c. Leg surgery
d. Neurological surgery

Answer 1

Explanation:

Surgical soft foods include: cooked fruit and tender vegetables; baked, roasted, and stewed meats; as well as refined breads, cereals, and pastries. If you have any questions about the surgical soft diet while you are in the hospital, please ask your nurse to contact the dietitian or dietetic technician.

Answer 2

Answer:

The mechanical soft diet is appropriate for patients who are recovering from head, neck, or mouth surgery, who have dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), narrowing of the esophagus (food tube), or who are too ill or weak to chew.