In order to minimize fecal volume, a patient may be placed on a _____ diet prior to surgery.

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A low-fiber diet would help to minimize fecal volume as it limits the amount of indigestible roughage that would pass through the digestive system. This would help to reduce the amount of waste material that needs to be eliminated, making surgery and recovery easier. Fat-restricted and low-sodium diets may be recommended for other health reasons, while a high-kcalorie, high-protein diet may actually increase fecal volume.

In Order to Minimize Fecal Volume, a Patient May Be