An older patient, recovering from surgery, is prescribed a soft diet. The nurse realizes that this diet supports which age-related change?

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As people age, they experience a decline in gastric motility, meaning their digestion process slows down. A soft diet is easier to digest and requires less effort from the digestive system, allowing for better absorption of nutrients.

An Older Patient, Recovering from Surgery, Is Prescribed a Soft