Final answer:
On a clear liquid diet, ginger ale is acceptable because it is clear and in liquid form at room temperature, unlike the other options such as lemon sherbet, vanilla ice cream, and cream of chicken soup which contain solids or are not clear liquids. The correct option is 1.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question asks which item, from the provided list, is acceptable for a patient on a clear liquid diet. A clear liquid diet includes foods that are clear, meaning free of solids and pulp, and are in liquid form at room temperature. The purpose of a clear liquid diet is often to prepare for a medical procedure or to give the digestive system a rest.
The items listed include ginger ale, lemon sherbet, vanilla ice cream, and cream of chicken soup. From these options, ginger ale is acceptable because it is a clear liquid and fits within the dietary restrictions.
On the other hand, lemon sherbet and vanilla ice cream are frozen desserts while cream of chicken soup is a liquid but not clear and has substantial solids, which are to be avoided on such a diet. The correct option is 1.