An example of a strategy used by dietitians to encourage patients on mechanically altered diets to eat is to ____.

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Dietitians use strategies such as preparing a person's favorite foods and foods with pleasant smells to encourage patients on mechanically altered diets to eat, as this can help promote enjoyment and satisfaction with meals. Allowing them to eat all desired foods (A) may not be possible or appropriate for their dietary needs, and restricting all their favorite foods (C) may lead to decreased motivation to eat. Allowing them to eat just one meal a day (D) is not a recommended strategy as it may lead to inadequate intake and malnourishment.

An Example of a Strategy Used by Dietitians to Encourage