Which of the following foods should be avoided for a patient without teeth?

For a patient without teeth, the focus should be on foods that can be easily consumed without chewing. Cookies, while soft when baked, often require some amount of biting or chewing that can be difficult for a patient without teeth. They could also pose a choking hazard if they break into hard pieces, making them unsuitable.

On the other hand, fish, pudding, and mashed potatoes are all generally soft foods that can be easily swallowed or eaten with minimal chewing. These options provide necessary nutrition while being safe and manageable for someone who has lost their teeth. Keeping meals focused on soft, easily digestible foods is essential for patient comfort and health in such cases.