A patient on an American Diabetes Association (ADA) exchange list diet receives a dinner meal tray and does not wish to eat the rice. Which of the following foods can the nurse substitute for the rice?

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On the ADA exchange list, rice falls under the "Starches" category. Bread is also listed under the same category, and therefore can be a suitable substitute for rice. Cottage cheese, custard, and juice are not listed as substitutes for starches on the ADA exchange list.

A Patient on an American Diabetes Association (ADA) Exchange List