A Client Is Prescribed a Mechanical Soft Diet

A client is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. When preparing the diet at home, what should the nurse emphasize to the family?

A) Avoid meats which could cause choking or aspiration
B) Add extra salt and fat to improve the taste of the foods
C) Add extra fiber to prevent the material from becoming too soft
D) Include all food groups in the diet to assure that it is nutritionally adequate