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Which diet is most appropriate for an adolescent with oral lesions and a herpes simplex infection of the mouth secondary to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)?

  • A. High-calorie, bland diet
  • B. Soft, low-protein diet
  • C. Low-residue, low-fat diet
  • D. High-residue, low-cholesterol diet
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A high-calorie, bland diet supports nutritional needs while minimizing irritation to oral lesions, appropriate for an AIDS patient with oral herpes lesions.