Packed Meals & Convalescence

Who is a Convalescence?

When preparing liquid meals for the convalescence they should provide:

• protein

• vitamins

• energy

• all of the above

Convalescence can be given all of the following liquids except

• soups

• milk

• soda

• fruit juice

Food preparation should be carried out away from the patient.

• true

• false

When preparing meals for the convalescence which of the following guidelines should be taken into consideration.

• small portions should be served

• the food should be easy to eat and digest

• the food should tempt the patient's appetite

• all of the above

Define the term 'sedentary lifestyle'

What is 'manual labour'?

Which is the best meal for a person living a sedentary lifestyle?

• Bbq ribs, peas and rice, mashed potato and steamed vegetables

• Pork chops, okra rice, green salad and a slice of cheese cake

• grilled snapper, roasted sweet potato, fresh vegetables and water

• Garlic lobster, mac and cheese,fried plantains and tomato slices

Many people take packed meals to work or school.

• false

• true

Identify the correct guidelines to follow when preparing packed meals.

• the meal do not have to be balanced

• cooked foods are always the best option

• food should be easy to eat, using little cutlery and producing little waste

• food can be packed in any container