A patient had an ileostomy surgically placed 2 days ago.Which diet would the nurse recommend to the patient to ease the transition to use of the new ostomy?

A) Eggs over easy,whole wheat toast,and orange juice with pulp.
B) Chicken fried rice with stir fried vegetables and iced tea.
C) Turkey meatloaf with white rice and apple juice.
D) Fish sticks with macaroni and cheese and soda.

Ileostomy

A surgical opening created in the abdomen to allow waste to exit the body from the ileum, the lowest part of the small intestine, bypassing the rectum and anus.

Turkey Meatloaf

A variation of the traditional meatloaf dish, using ground turkey as the primary ingredient, often considered a healthier option.

White Rice

A type of rice that has had its husk, bran, and germ removed, leaving mostly the starchy endosperm, which results in a softer, quicker-cooking grain with a mild flavor.