How can a patient on a liquid diet increase his/her oral intake of calories and protein after surgery?

What will be an ideal response?

Use beverages as a source of calories and protein: dairy (skim milk, milkshakes, ice cream), fruit and vegetable juices and nectars. Choose soups of broths made with cream or puree soups with meats and vegetables to a fully liquid consistency. Choose ice cream, yogurt, custard, puddings, and pureed fruits and vegetables. Drink nutritional shakes.