The nurse is assigned to care for a child who had a tonsillectomy yesterday. The child complains of a sore throat and wants something cool. Which of the following cool drinks or foods would be acceptable to offer the child?

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Lime sherbet is acceptable because it is cool and non-irritating. Tomato juice and cherry-flavored gelatin are red and could be mistaken for blood if the child vomits. Cold cola is carbonated and could irritate the throat.

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