What food choice by the parent of a 2-year-old child with celiac disease indicates a need for further teaching?
A) Oatmeal
B) Rice cake
C) Corn muffin
D) Meat patty

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The child with celiac disease is unable to fully digest gluten,the protein found in wheat,barley,rye,and oats.Oatmeal contains gluten and is not an appropriate food selection.Rice is an appropriate choice because it does not contain gluten.Corn is digestible because it does not contain gluten.Meats do not contain gluten and can be included in the diet of a child with celiac disease.

What Food Choice by the Parent of a 2-Year-Old Child