Which action should the nurse take first when preparing to teach a frail 79-year-old Hispanic man who lives with an adult daughter about ways to improve nutrition?
a. Ask the daughter about the patient's food preferences.
b. Determine who shops for groceries and prepares the meals.
c. Question the patient about how many meals per day are eaten.
d. Assure the patient that culturally preferred foods will be included.
b. Determine who shops for groceries and prepares the meals.
The family member who shops for groceries and cooks will be in control of the patient's diet, so the nurse will need to ensure that this family member is involved in any teaching or discussion about the patient's nutritional needs.
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