Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 1285 of 1700
How is food prepared for a mechanical soft diet?
- All food is blended into a thin liquid for sipping
- All foods are served raw to keep the nutrients
- Meat is ground and fruits and vegetables are boiled soft
- Only soups and drinks are served on this diet
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Correct answer: Meat is ground and fruits and vegetables are boiled soft
Mechanical soft food is soft enough to mash with a fork or spoon.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.2: Nutrition and Fluid Needs
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026