Following Surgery,a Mechanically Altered Diet May Be Advised

Multiple Choice

Following surgery,a mechanically altered diet may be advised.Which are true of this diet? (Select all that apply.)

A) It is also called the full liquid diet.
B) It is a regular diet altered in consistency and texture for ease of mastication.
C) It includes soft, ripened, chopped, ground, mashed, and pureed foods.
D) The foods are generally dry.
E) It is usually recommended for 3 to 7 days.