Colorado CNA Practice Exam

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The BRAT diet is helpful for:

Constipation
Diarrhea
Diabetes
Heart disease

The correct answer is: Constipation

The BRAT diet is specifically designed to help manage diarrhea. It consists of four main foods: bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These foods are gentle on the stomach and help to firm up stools. They are low in fiber, which can slow down bowel movements, and are easy to digest, making them suitable for someone recovering from gastrointestinal distress. When dealing with diarrhea, the BRAT diet provides a source of calories while minimizing the likelihood of further irritation to the digestive system. This can help the body recover more rapidly from the symptoms of diarrhea by allowing time for the gastrointestinal tract to stabilize. The other options, such as constipation, diabetes, and heart disease, do not benefit from the BRAT diet in the same way, as they require different dietary approaches and considerations to manage those conditions effectively.