You have a meal for an individual on a level 6 diet. Which item should you remove to comply with their modified diet?

In a level 6 diet, which is typically designed for individuals with swallowing difficulties or certain chewing restrictions, the emphasis is on food textures that are safe and easy to swallow. Foods included in this diet should be soft, moist, and not require a lot of chewing.

Carrot sticks, as a raw vegetable, are crunchy and firm, which poses a choking hazard for individuals on a modified diet. They do not fit the criteria for a level 6 diet, where softer, more easily manageable textures are essential for safe consumption.

On the other hand, the other food items—potato salad, tuna salad sandwich, and cooked peas—are generally suitable for a level 6 diet as they can be prepared in a way that makes them soft and easy to swallow. Thus, removing the carrot sticks from the meal is necessary to comply with the dietary restrictions associated with a level 6 diet.