Which nutritional intervention should be encouraged for a client with cirrhosis and steatorrhea?

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Clients with cirrhosis and steatorrhea should limit their fat intake and use MCT oil instead, as MCT is a medium-chain triglyceride that is metabolized differently than long-chain triglycerides and may improve fat absorption. Increasing intake of polyunsaturated fat is not recommended as it may further worsen fat malabsorption. Reducing kcalorie intake by 20 percent may be necessary in some cases, but it should be based on individual needs and should not be the first-line intervention. Vitamin B intake should not be limited as clients with liver disease are often deficient in B vitamins.

Which Nutritional Intervention Should Be Encouraged for a Client with Cirrhosis