In preparing the teaching plan on dietary changes after discharge for a client with chronic pancreatitis, the nurse would know that the statement most indicative of the client's understanding of the information is
A) "I won't be eating any more French fries or drinking hard liquor."
B) "A chicken breast and a glass of white wine sound like a good dinner."
C) "I'm anxious to cooperate if it means I can get rid of this pain permanently."
D) "My diet doesn't sound too bad; lots of people have to watch what they eat."

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For alcohol-related pancreatitis, total abstinence from alcohol is imperative and sometimes successful in itself for pain relief. A low-fat diet should be prescribed and may reduce painful stimulation of pancreatic enzyme secretion. Clients should understand the benefits of eating small, frequent meals high in protein, low in fat, and moderate to high in carbohydrates.

In Preparing the Teaching Plan on Dietary Changes After Discharge