Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 1276 of 1700
What is a modified diet?
- A diet changed to add or limit certain foods or nutrients
- A diet with no limits for any food or fluid
- A diet for visitors who come to the facility
- A diet chosen by the aide on each shift
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Correct answer: A diet changed to add or limit certain foods or nutrients
It is also called a therapeutic diet and is ordered by the provider.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.2: Nutrition and Fluid Needs
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026