A 60-year-old man who is hospitalized with an abdominal wound infection has only been eating about 50% of meals and states, "Nothing on the menu sounds good." Which action by the nurse will be most effective in improving the patient's oral intake?
a. Order six small meals daily.
b. Make a referral to the dietitian.
c. Teach the patient about high-calorie foods.
d. Have family members bring in favorite foods.
d. Have family members bring in favorite foods.
The patient's statement that the hospital foods are unappealing indicates that favorite home-cooked foods might improve intake.
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