The nurse is assisting with care for a patient's who had a myocardial infarction. Which of these specialized diets would be ordered initially?

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A clear liquid diet is typically the ordered diet for a patient who has had a myocardial infarction as it provides hydration and electrolytes without putting additional strain on the heart. It is also easier on the digestive system than more solid foods. Soft and full liquid diets may be introduced later in the patient's recovery process. An edentulous diet is not specific to cardiac care and is intended for patients who are missing teeth or have difficulty chewing.

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