A client has just been admitted to your unit at 11:30 PM on a Saturday. He states that he is hungry and wants something to eat. You note that he is on a fat-restricted diet, but have questions regarding what exactly is allowed. Your best resource at this time of night is the ____.

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The diet manual will have information on exactly what foods are allowed on a fat-restricted diet and will be readily available on the unit. The client's physician and dietitian may not be available at this time of night, and the nursing supervisor may not have the necessary expertise in dietary restrictions.

A Client Has Just Been Admitted to Your Unit at 11:30