The nurse is providing health promotion teaching to a patient with a new diagnosis of diverticulosis on care to prevent complications. Which statement by the patient indicated the teaching was effective? Directions: Fill-in-the-blank by choosing only one from the drop-down menu. Make sure your choice is clearly selected and seen in the indicated space at the end of the question.

A. "I need to drink 4 liters of fluid a day": While adequate hydration is important to help prevent constipation, recommending an excessive amount like 4 liters daily may not be appropriate for all patients and could risk fluid overload, especially in patients with comorbidities such as heart or kidney disease. B. "I need to eat a diet low in fiber": A low-fiber diet increases the risk of constipation and diverticular complications. Effective teaching for diverticulosis emphasizes fiber to maintain soft stools and reduce intraluminal pressure. C. "I need to add more fiber to my diet.": Increasing dietary fiber is the primary preventative strategy for diverticulosis. Fiber softens stool, promotes regular bowel movements, and decreases pressure in the colon, effectively reducing the risk of diverticular complications such as diverticulitis or bleeding. D. "I will never be able to eat nuts or seeds again.": Current evidence does not support routine avoidance of nuts, seeds, or popcorn in patients with diverticulosis. Restricting these foods unnecessarily is outdated and may reduce dietary variety and fiber intake.